Accounts payable assistant

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSISTANT Accounts Payable Assistant | Exposure to both AP and AR responsibilities £21.25 per hour via Umbrella | 37.5 hours per week Hybrid (2 days on-site in Romsey) 6-Month Contract BPSS Clearance Eligibility Required ABOUT THE CLIENT Our client is a well-established organisation operating within a regulated environment, seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to support both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy finance team, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of cash through the business and maintaining strong supplier and customer relationships. THE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSISTANT ROLE As Accounts Payable Assistant, you will work across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, supporting the timely collection and payment of cash across the business. You will be responsible for posting supplier invoices, managing supplier administration, maintaining the cashbook, preparing supplier payment runs, and acting as credit controller to ensure prompt customer payments. You will also support the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties such as petty cash management and records archiving, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the finance function. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Previous experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or finance support role Experience posting receipts and payments within the general ledger Experience managing supplier and customer queries Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Team-oriented with a proactive, can-do attitude Ability to work to deadlines in a structured environment BPSS clearance eligibility DESIRABLE Experience using IFS finance system TO BE CONSIDERED Please either apply via this advert or email your CV directly to ryan.baker@searchability.com. For further information, please call 07719 051875. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.