Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant (Temporary Contract)

Crawley | Hybrid Working | Up to £32,000 temporary equivalent

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy and supportive finance team on a temporary contract.

This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with high volumes of transactions and can confidently manage supplier accounts while maintaining excellent levels of accuracy and service. You will play a key role in supporting the Accounts Payable function, ensuring invoices are processed efficiently and payments are made in line with agreed deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Processing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
Matching invoices against purchase orders and goods received records
Managing three-way matching processes and resolving discrepancies
Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items
Preparing and supporting regular payment runs
Dealing with supplier and internal stakeholder queries
Maintaining accurate supplier account records
Building strong working relationships across the wider business

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger experience
Experience working within a high-volume processing environment
Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills
Good Excel skills
Experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or similar
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A proactive approach and strong attention to detail
The ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines

What's on Offer

Temporary role up to 6 months, could be extended further

Salary up to £32,000 temporary equivalent

Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home after initial training)

Immediate start

Free parking

Candidates available at short notice are highly encouraged to apply.

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