Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant We have recently registered an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable professional to join our client’s finance team. This role would suit a resilient and adaptable finance professional with a great attitude! If you are a positive individual looking for a challenge within an organisation brimming with opportunity, then we would love to hear from you! Accounts Payable Assistant Responsibilities Managing processes within the finance function including invoicing, expenses, vendor statement reconciliations and forecasting Ensuring requisitions and purchase orders are received and approved on time Processing invoices Reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies Reviewing expense claims Maintaining financial records Identifying and communicating opportunities to improve accounts payable processes Accounts Payable Assistant Rewards This is an exciting time to join our client, during a period of change. Additionally, they provide excellent training and plenty of opportunities to grow and develop within their network. As well as: – 28 days holiday + bank holidays – Free onsite meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) – EAP scheme – Cycle to work scheme – Enhanced maternity and paternity leave – Extensive calendar of social events – Full training, onboarding and induction. Additional off-site training can be provided if needed The Company Our client offers educational development for students across the world. Accounts Payable Assistant Experience Essentials To be successful in this position, you will need to have GCSEs or equivalent, with a qualification or progress towards an accounting qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA) being advantageous. Previous experience in an accounts payable role is preferred, along with proficiency in accounting software (however training can be provided) and a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. A high level of accuracy in data entry and the ability to resolve discrepancies are essential. You should possess excellent communication skills for handling vendor queries and liaising with internal departments, and the ability to manage workloads effectively, especially during busy periods and month-end. Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to issue resolution, including upward management, are also key for ensuring the smooth operation of the finance function. Accounts Payable Assistant Location Our client is based in Central Oxford. This is a full-time role based on-site and with remote working available once a week. Please note there is no parking available on-site, but they are easily accessible via public transport links Action Please apply online or contact me – Molly (phone number removed), (url removed) Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter