Accounts Payable Assistant
Chelmsford Based
Salary: £27,500
Are you ready to take the next step in your career as an Accounts Payable Assistant? A leading employer in Chelmsford, is seeking a detail-oriented professional to join their expanding Transactional Finance Team.
In this permanent role, you will have the opportunity to manage accounts, ensure timely and accurate payments, and play a crucial role in the financial operations of the business. By maintaining accurate records and fostering positive relationships with vendors and stakeholders, you will be pivotal in upholding the precision and integrity of financial records.
- Permanent office-based position with a competitive salary and great benefits.
- Support the AP Manager to ensure the function operates within the financial controls and procedures set by Group policies.
- Review the Accounts Payable inbox, moving and replying to emails.
- Process supplier and contractor invoices, ensuring timely processing with relevant purchase orders and approvals.
- Prepare AP GL reconciliation.
- Pay supplier invoices via electronic means, such as BACS, CHAPS, and International Transfers.
- Reconcile and file supplier statements, request copies of missing invoices/credit notes, and follow up on action points.
- Develop effective relationships with internal and external customers, reporting lines, external bodies, and colleagues across the organisation, providing assistance and support when required.
Preferred Requirements:
- Proactive ability to identify and resolve issues pertaining to payments and accounts payable matters.
- Meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical acumen, and effective communication skills.
- Minimum of two years' experience in a fast-paced P2P/Accounts Payable department.
- Ability to work well within a team and individually, with a focus on accuracy and follow-up to ensure issue resolution.
- Knowledge of financial systems and excellent communication skills.
If you are a proactive and meticulous professional with excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply now!