Accounts Payable Assistant

A well-established professional services organisation is seeking a reliable and detail-focused Accounts Payable Assistant to join its internal finance team based in Cheltenham.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous invoice processing experience who is looking to develop a long-term career within finance in a supportive and professional environment.

• Processing and posting purchase invoices accurately and efficiently in line with internal procedures and deadlines
• Ensuring invoices are correctly coded, approved and recorded within accounting systems
• Managing a high-volume workload of approximately 600-800 invoices per month, including international invoices and multiple currencies
• Responding to accounts payable queries in a timely and professional manner
• Liaising with finance colleagues and operational teams to resolve invoice and payment issues
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation
• Assisting senior team members and supporting the wider finance function during busy periods
• Following internal controls, procedures and company policies at all times

• Minimum of 1 year's experience processing purchase invoices within an accounts payable or finance environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally
• Reliable, proactive and a collaborative team player

• Experience working within an internal finance team
• Familiarity with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• Interest in building a long-term career within finance

This position would suit an organised and motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and takes pride in delivering accurate work to tight deadlines.