Accounts Payable/Finance Assistant – Professional Services – Paying £28,000 – £32,000 – Hybrid (3days in Office)
A growing professional services firm is seeking an Accounts Payable/Finance Assistant to join its London-based finance team.
This role supports the finance department with a variety of responsibilities across accounts payable, credit control, billing, and financial reporting.
This is a perfect position for a junior finance professional with an interest in accounts payable who is looking to grow their experience within a supportive team. Process and post AP invoices in the finance system, ensuring accurate coding and appropriate authorisation.
Maintain the supplier ledger and act as the first point of contact for supplier enquiries.
Support the onboarding of new suppliers, including verification of bank details and compliance checks.
Assist with purchase order management within the financial system.
Support credit control by assisting with aged debt reporting and statement distribution.
Process credit notes and manage customer invoice queries.
Set up new projects within the finance system.
Process staff expenses in line with company policies and approvals.
Help administer company credit cards, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.
Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports, including sales, aged debt, and project profitability.
Regularly compile and distribute financial reports as required.
Support audit preparations by gathering documentation and responding to auditor queries.
Previous experience in a finance assistant or accounts payable role.
Understanding of AP, billing, and credit control processes.
Familiarity with financial software (experience with Unit4 preferred).
Proficient in Excel (intermediate to advanced level).
Finance & Accounting Degree desirable
ATT Studies or ACCA/CIMA exemptions also desirable.
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