Accounts Payable Assistant

Wythall AP Contract Wythall | Hybrid Working | Salary: up to £28,000 | Initial 6-Month Contract An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a growing retail business during a significant period of expansion and transformation. Following a recent acquisition, the business is continuing to invest heavily in its finance function and is expanding its shared service operation to support multiple sites across the UK.

As the team takes on additional workload, they're looking for experienced Accounts Payable professionals who can roll up their sleeves, get stuck in and help support the business through this exciting period of growth.

This role would suit someone who enjoys the problem-solving side of Accounts Payable just as much as the processing itself. You'll be confident managing supplier relationships, resolving queries and finding solutions before issues escalate, all while working as part of a collaborative and supportive team. This role is being recruited on an initial six-month contract basis due to continued growth and an increase in workload across the finance function.

As the transition progresses, the business is still getting a clearer picture of its longer-term requirements, but with the pace of growth and investment across the organisation, there's a strong chance this position could become a permanent opportunity for the right person. What you will be doing Processing high volumes of invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently Managing supplier queries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner Working closely with internal teams and suppliers to maintain smooth payment processes Chasing outstanding credit notes, PODs and GRNs where required Ensuring invoices are approved and processed in line with payment deadlines Supporting supplier statement reconciliations and ad hoc payment runs Using finance systems and Microsoft Excel to manage and maintain accurate records Helping to prevent supply disruptions by proactively managing payment and query issues Working collaboratively across the wider finance team to support workload demands Assisting with additional finance and head office support tasks where required What we need from you Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger environment Strong query resolution skills and confidence communicating with suppliers Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems A proactive mindset with the confidence to learn and solve problems independently The ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a busy environment Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload A positive, team-focused attitude and excellent communication skills Access to your own vehicle due to the office location and limited public transport links If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for an opportunity to join a growing business at an exciting time, this could be a great way to get your foot in the door, make an immediate impact and potentially build a longer-term career as the team continues to evolve.

We'd love to hear from you.

Job