Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant | Havant | £14.00 per hour | Hybrid Working + 2 Days Office / 3 Days Home | Full-Time | Ongoing contract

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable or Finance Assistant with strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of transactional finance Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced business where accuracy, organisation, and teamwork are key Workshop Recruitment is supporting a growing international business in the search for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team in Havant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous accounts payable or finance administration experience looking to join a busy and supportive team on a hybrid basis. The successful Accounts Payable Assistant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing supplier invoices and payments, and supporting the wider finance function across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities

Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
Prepare invoices and payment runs in line with company procedures
Post vendor payments and reconcile supplier accounts
Maintain the Accounts Payable ledger
Process staff expenses and company credit card transactions
Maintain prepayment, lease, and fixed asset schedules
Support the Finance Manager with year-end and audit preparation
Assist with ad hoc finance tasks as required

Skills & Knowledge Required

Previous Accounts Payable or finance administration experience
Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes
Good Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and lookups
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to work with stakeholders across the business
Inquisitive and proactive approach to problem-solving
Understanding of VAT, prepayments, and accruals desirable
Experience with ERP systems advantageous
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed