Accounts Payable Assistant

RECfinancial are currently recruiting exclusively for this prestigious Leicester based organisation as they look to recruit a Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant on a full-time basis. Working in a new contemporary office environment, this is a brilliant opportunity for someone to expand on their current skill base. As an Accounts Payable Assistant you will have great insight working within a large successful Finance department, receive lots of support from a dedicated Accounts Payable Manager, and have the opportunity to grow. So, if you are striving for a new challenge, this might be the role for you Commutable from Blaby, Whetstone, Enderby, Leicester and all over Leicestershire What will the Accounts Payable Assistant role look like? The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering agreed objectives within their area of responsibility, ensuring the service provided meets the required standards with both internal and external customers. Forming part of a high performing AP Team the successful applicant will be engaged as part of a cross- functional working group with other stakeholders across the business, ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard and delivered on time. Processing all purchasing and bank transactions, including monthly reconciliations and maintaining a shared email inbox. Responsibilities for the Accounts Payable Assistant: Processing, matching, batching and coding vendor purchase ledger invoices into the system Ensuring that all purchase invoices include a valid purchase order number and approvals are in accordance with the financial procedures Volume processing of Stock PO and Non Stock invoices Supplier statement reconciliations Reconciliation of vendor accounts Managing supplier account queries in an efficient and accurate manner Completing month end journals and accruals from the ledgers. Mailbox management and invoice query management Any ad hoc duties to support the team as and when required Skills and Experience: An excellent team player who will form part of a high performing Team. Engaging with various suppliers as part of a cross functional working group with other stake-holders across the business. Ensuring that all work is delivered within a set time frame. Previous experience in a similar role is essential. IT literate, Excellent MS Excel skills SAP/Oracle ideal but not essential Be able to work on your own initiative; methodical and have a high level of accuracy that is required. What the Client can offer: In return, our client can offer a great opportunity in a reputable, long standing successful organisation. A competitive package is on offer for the candidate with the right skills and experience. Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm Fantastic modern work environment Competitive salary 28 days inc Free Parking on site Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity and apply through the web site as we would like to hear from you. Please apply online or contact: Tracey Ball on or call (phone number removed) Please note we are unable to accept candidates without UK experience or requiring sponsorship. INDTB