Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant

Are you an experienced accounts payable professional looking for a temporary role where your organisational skills can make a real difference? This is a great opportunity to support a dynamic team during a busy period by managing invoices and financial records efficiently.

Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis and will require an immediate start, notice periods cannot be accommodated.

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Managing and responding to emails to ensure timely communication.
• Setting up new vendors and verifying bank details in accordance with company policies.
• Raising purchase and subcontract orders within agreed service level agreements.
• Matching and processing purchase and subcontractor invoices accurately.
• Reconciling vendor statements, resolving discrepancies, and responding to queries.
• Processing employee expenses and preparing weekly payment runs.
• Ensuring direct debits are processed and allocated before month-end.
• Posting daily receipts and payments and completing monthly bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining precise accounts payable records to support month-end close, reporting, and audits.

• 37.5 hours per week
• Supportive environment during a key growth phase, offering valuable finance experience.
• Flexible work schedule within a friendly, laid-back team culture.
• Opportunity to develop skills in accounts payable processes and Microsoft Dynamics (desirable).
• Ongoing assignment for approximately four months to support a busy period.

Our client is a prominent organisation which fosters a flexible and open culture, prioritising collaboration and professional growth. This is a stimulating environment for someone looking to expand their finance expertise in a thriving sector.

• Proven experience in accounts payable within a finance team.
• Familiarity with invoicing, vendor management, and reconciliation procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 365 is an advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Proactive approach to resolving discrepancies and managing tasks efficiently.

Based in Harwell Campus, Dicot. Transport connections are accessible, with parking available for those commuting by car.