Accounts Payable Assistant
Contract
Cambridge
£25,000 per annum PAYE + holidays equivalent
Inside IR35
I am looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant for one of our leading defence clients in Cambridge. This role is a temporary to permanent role with the contract being 6 months. As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you have shared responsibility for the maintenance and accuracy of the purchase ledger.
Tasks:
- Controls and upkeeps the purchase ledger accounts
- Maintains accuracy of vendor details
- Maintains and controls various accounting schedules
- Maintains ongoing relationships with suppliers
- Monitors and maintains accounts payable inbox
- Processes all invoices received on a daily basis ensuring the information entered is accurate
- Codes invoices for the general ledger
- Manages and controls the purchase orders outstanding on a daily basis
- Maintains the invoice register, and creates, distributes and monitors purchase ledger chase lists
- Initialises and follows up invoice queries with both internal and external suppliers
- Assists with the BACS payments to suppliers and to employees for expense payments
- Reconciles all supplier statements including fleet management division suppliers to the purchase ledger
- Any other ad hoc duties appropriate to the role
Capability
Behavioural Competencies:
- Outstanding attention to detail with an ability to reconcile complex accounts
- Accurate, efficient, and organised with the ability to prioritise tasks as needed
- Ability to maintain strong relationships with external clients and internal colleagues
- Team player with ability to support others and contribute to creating an open and productive working environment
Technical Competencies:
- Intermediate knowledge of Excel and other MS Office packages
Education:
- Essential: 5 GCSE or equivalent grade C or above
Experience:
- Experience in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential
- Knowledge and experience of ERP systems
Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.