Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant | Poole | Up to £30,000

Here's a rare chance to help build a finance function from the ground up. As an Accounts Payable Assistant with this well-established international business, you'll play a key part in setting up a brand-new AP function following a change of ownership, putting accurate processes and reliable systems in place from day one.

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will benefit from:

Hybrid working options alongside an office base in Poole
Standard business hours with no weekend working
The chance to shape processes in a newly established finance function
Support towards your AAT studies if you're working towards qualification
A supportive, collaborative team environment
As an Accounts Payable Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Processing supplier invoices accurately, matching to purchase orders and delivery receipts
Preparing payment runs, including BACS and bank transfers, and supporting urgent payment requests
Reconciling supplier statements to company records, identifying and escalating discrepancies
Responding to supplier queries and liaising with internal departments to resolve issues
Maintaining accurate records, audit trails and compliance with VAT requirements
Supporting month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting
As an Accounts Payable Assistant, your experience will include:

Previous experience in a finance or administrative role
AAT qualified or studying towards, desirable but not essential
Strong attention to detail with good organisational and time management skills
Confident IT skills, including Excel, with familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or Dynamics an advantage
A methodical, problem-solving approach and clear communication with suppliers and colleagues
If you're looking for a structured role where your accuracy and reliability will be genuinely valued, and the chance to make your mark on a new finance team, this is it. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Claire Heckford at Rubicon for more information