Accounts Payable Assistant

The Just Recruitment Group Ltd is currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Assistant for a manufacturer based in Tiverton, Devon.

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday: 8/9am - 4/5pm. 1-hour lunch break. Two days work from home can be offered after successful completion of the probationary period.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in line with company policies.
• Ensure correct coding, authorisation, and matching to purchase orders where applicable.
• Monitor and review the purchase ledger, resolving invoice queries promptly through liaison with internal departments and suppliers.
• Prepare invoices for payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Monitor emails and respond to supplier and internal queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Support improvements to AP processes, controls, and automation.
• Maintain accurate and organised financial records.
• Support audit requests and provide documentation when needed.
• Assist with ad-hoc finance tasks and projects, including system improvements and procedural updates.
• Provide holiday/absence cover for other finance team members where appropriate.

Key Skills

• Essential Previous experience in a finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Well organised, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Desirable Experience working in a multi‑entity international company.