Accounts Payable Assistant

We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join a growing team within a reputable financial services business based in Birmingham City Centre. This role has become available due to an increase in team growth, and there is a very high likelihood that the position will transition to a permanent role after the initial 6-month fixed-term contract.

As part of the Accounts Payable team, you will be responsible for managing a range of AP tasks, with a particular focus on resolving a backlog of invoices that have complex queries causing delays. You will play a crucial role in ensuring supplier relationships are maintained, queries are addressed, and invoices are processed efficiently. The business is looking for someone who can hit the ground running and assist with clearing this backlog as quickly as possible, so please only apply if you are immediately available or on a short notice period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process invoices on a daily basis, ensuring they are matched to relevant Purchase Order (PO) numbers and coded correctly for payment
• Investigate and resolve complex queries on outstanding invoices, including liaising with internal teams and suppliers to gather missing documentation or clarify discrepancies
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve queries, chasing up missing invoices or credit notes, and maintaining positive working relationships
• Verify payment runs to ensure all payments are correctly scheduled and accurately reflect approved invoices
• Reconcile supplier statements to ensure the outstanding balances align with company records and resolve any discrepancies
• Update and maintain the AP ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and promptly
• Support month-end and year-end processes by ensuring all invoices are processed and queries are resolved to facilitate accurate financial reporting
• Assist with general Accounts Payable administration, including filing and managing documentation for audit purposes

Candidate Attributes and Skills:

• Previous experience in invoice processing and Accounts Payable functions
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (knowledge of V-Lookups is a bonus)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with suppliers
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Immediately available or on a short notice period

Benefits:

• High likelihood of transitioning to a permanent role after 6 months
• Hybrid working available
• Opportunity to work in a growing team with a supportive environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are looking for a new challenge and can start immediately or within a short notice period, we'd love to hear from you! This is a great opportunity to join a growing team with the potential to make the role permanent for the right candidate.

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