Accounts Payable Assistant in Newton Abbot

Accounts Payable Assistant in Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot Full-Time 14.4 - 17.6 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Accounts and Finance

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support the finance team by processing invoices and maintaining financial records.
  • Company: A well-established organisation in Torbay with a supportive culture.
  • Benefits: Earn £16.64 per hour, full-time hours, and gain valuable experience.
  • Other info: Immediate start available with potential for extension.
  • Why this job: Join a busy finance team and enhance your skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Accounts Payable or strong data entry skills preferred.

The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 £ per hour.

Your new company is a well-established organisation based in Torbay seeking temporary support within its finance team during a particularly busy period. Operating within a fast-paced environment, the business is looking for an organised and detail-oriented individual to support day-to-day accounts payable activities.

Your new role as an Accounts Payable Assistant will play a key role in supporting the finance team with the accurate processing of financial transactions and supplier records. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Processing high volumes of supplier invoices
  • Matching invoices against supporting documentation
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and data entry
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
  • Assisting with payment runs
  • Handling supplier and invoice queries
  • Supporting the wider finance team with administrative duties as required
  • Ensuring compliance with internal processes and procedures

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have previous experience in Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or a finance administration position. However, candidates with strong data entry and administrative experience will also be considered. You will also possess:

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good organisational and time management skills
  • The ability to manage workloads in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic to intermediate Excel skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • A proactive and positive approach to work

In return, you will receive £16.64 per hour via an umbrella company, with an immediate start available. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, offering the opportunity to gain experience within a busy and supportive finance team in a modern office-based working environment. This is a temporary assignment with potential for extension.

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Accounts Payable Assistant in Newton Abbot employer: Hays Accounts and Finance

Join a dynamic and growing SME in Bath, where you will find a supportive work culture that encourages professional development and offers flexible working options. With 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a health scheme, and a cycle to work initiative, this company prioritises employee well-being while providing ample opportunities for career advancement in a fast-paced environment.

Hays Accounts and Finance

Contact Details:

Hays Accounts and Finance Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Payable Assistant in Newton Abbot

Accounts Payable
Purchase Ledger
Data Entry
Financial Transactions Processing
Supplier Records Management
Invoice Matching
Reconciliation