Accounts Payable Assistant

05th June, 2026

Accounts Payable Assistant - Interim - FMCG/Retail

Location: Central London

Rate: £130 to £170 per day

Hybrid: 3 days office based

We are working with a fast paced business based in Central London who are seeking an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Assistant to support their finance team.

This is a hands on role, suited to someone with strong purchase ledger and accounts payable experience who can quickly support invoice processing, supplier queries, reconciliations and payment runs.

You will play an important role in ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately, records are maintained correctly and payments are made in line with agreed terms.

• Process and verify supplier invoices accurately and promptly
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and support payment runs in line with company procedures
• Maintain accurate supplier account records
• Respond to supplier queries and liaise with internal teams to resolve issues
• Monitor outstanding invoices and ensure payments are made within agreed terms
• Assist with month end and year end finance processes
• Support audit requests by providing documentation and records
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial controls
• Assist with filing, record keeping and general finance administration

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant role
• Good understanding of end to end accounts payable processes
• Strong numerical and data entry skills
• Good Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to deal with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy finance environment
• Experience using ERP systems such as S4
  
  HANA, Oracle or Microsoft Business Central
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT would be desirable
• Experience working in a medium or large organisation would be beneficial

This role offers the opportunity to join a busy finance team and provide valuable support across the accounts payable function.

You will be well suited to this role if you are organised, reliable, detail focused and confident working in a fast paced environment.