Cranswick Convenience Foods Milton Keynes are looking to recruit a Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance & IT team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave. Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Supervisor, you will play an important role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and maintaining a strong control environment within the ledger.
* Administer the Accounts Payable ledger including setting up new suppliers and maintaining accurate supplier information.
* Process a high volume of purchase invoices in line with company procedures.
* Match delivery notes to GRNs, ensuring full traceability.
* Build strong working relationships with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice and PO queries efficiently.
* Support the preparation of supplier payment runs.
* Complete supplier statement reconciliations and follow up outstanding items.
* Support internal users with Navision for purchase orders and invoice processing.
* Assist with internal and external audit queries.
* Maintain key controls within the Purchase Ledger and champion best practice.
* Identify opportunities for process or system improvements.
* Ensure Purchase Ledger SOPs are kept up to date.
* Support Sales Ledger activity during periods of annual leave.
* Carry out additional duties as required by the Purchase Ledger Supervisor or Senior Finance Manager.
* Previous experience within a finance or purchase ledger role is desirable.
* Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
* Able to follow processes accurately and efficiently.
* Positive, proactive, and team‑focused.
* Able to work independently and use initiative.
* Demonstrates Cranswick values and site behaviours.
* Career development and progression opportunities across Finance & IT.
* Training and support from an experienced and collaborative team.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Pension scheme and life assurance.
* Onsite parking and employee discount platform.
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising with service.
* Friendly, supportive working environment.
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