At a Glance
- Tasks: Support day-to-day purchase ledger operations and process supplier invoices.
- Company: Established retail distribution business in Bristol with a growing team.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working options, and valuable finance experience.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and immediate start for a minimum of 3 months.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic finance team and enhance your skills in a busy environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in Accounts Payable, strong attention to detail, and good Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 16 £ per hour.
Your new company is a well-established and growing retail distribution business based in Bristol, supplying products to major UK high street and online brands. Due to increased transaction volumes and a systems upgrade project, they require interim support within their finance team.
Your new role as an Interim Accounts Payable Assistant involves joining the finance team for a minimum of 3 months to support day-to-day purchase ledger operations. Reporting to the Finance Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
- Processing high volumes of supplier invoices
- Matching and batching invoices against purchase orders
- Reconciling supplier statements
- Preparing and assisting with weekly payment runs
- Resolving supplier queries promptly
- Supporting month-end processes
- Maintaining accurate financial records during a busy period
What you will need to succeed:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high-volume processing
- Familiarity with accounting systems, specifically SAP or similar
- Good Excel skills and confident data handling ability
- Strong communication skills to manage supplier and internal queries
- Ability to start at short notice and commit to a minimum 3-month assignment
What you will get in return: Competitive hourly rate of £14-16 per hour, depending on experience. Hybrid working options available.
Temporary Accounts Payable employer: Hays Accounts and Finance
Join a well-established retail distribution business in Bristol, where you will be part of a dynamic finance team dedicated to supporting major UK brands. With a competitive hourly rate and hybrid working options, this role offers not only immediate financial experience but also the chance to contribute to a growing company that values employee development and teamwork during a busy period.
