The Company
Accounts Payable Assistant - Newcastle - Hybrid Working
Nigel Wright is delighted to be supporting a growing organisation as they look to appoint an Accounts Payable Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small finance function where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day accounts payable activities whilst working closely with colleagues across the wider business.
The Role
As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you'll be responsible for maintaining accurate supplier records, processing invoices and supporting payment activities across the business.
Key responsibilities include:
- Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
- Matching invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation
- Investigating and resolving supplier queries and discrepancies
- Reconciling supplier statements
- Processing employee expense claims
- Raising and administering purchase orders
- Supporting payment runs and remittance advice processes
- Assisting with month-end activities and audit requirements
- Maintaining finance records and supporting continuous process improvements
About You
To be successful, you'll ideally have:
- Previous experience within Accounts Payable or a Finance Assistant role
- Good understanding of purchase-to-pay processes
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of your workload
The Benefits
- Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
- Annual bonus scheme
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Private medical insurance option
- Death in service benefit
- Flexible working hours
- Holiday purchase and sell-back schemes
- Opportunity to join a growing and supportive business with excellent employee retention
If you're looking for your next opportunity within a professional and welcoming finance team, we'd love to hear from you.
Accounts Payable employer: Nigel Wright Group Careers
As a leading engineering business in the North East, our client offers an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and technical excellence. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and development, with clear pathways to advance into leadership roles. The company's commitment to bespoke product development in safety-critical environments ensures that every team member plays a vital role in solving complex challenges, making this an exciting and rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Nigel Wright Group Careers Recruitment Team
