Your newpany
HAYS are delighted to be supporting a highly successful, established organisation who are looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their Finance team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to work within a supportive and collaborative environment, offering long-term stability and development.
Your new role
Taking ownership of a portfolio of suppliers, you will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the purchase ledger. You will process supplier invoices, manage payments, reconcile accounts, and work closely with both suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve queries efficiently. You will also support month-end processes and contribute to ensuring financial controls and deadlines are met.Key Responsibilities
1. Processing supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and promptly
2. Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
3. Supplier query resolution
4. Preparing and processing supplier payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, cheques)
5. Reconciling supplier statements
6. Assisting with month-end duties, including accruals and reporting
7. Managing shared accounts payable inboxes and responding to enquiries
8. Supportingpliance with internal controls and audit requirements
What you'll need to succeed
9. Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
10. Experience using an ERP finance system
11. Good Excel skills, including lookups, formulas and reconciliations
12. Ability to work to tight deadlines, processing invoices in a high-volume environment
13. Strongmunication skills and confidence in liaising with suppliers
What you'll get in return
You will be offered a permanent position that includes:
14. 25 days holidays plus the Bank Holidays
15. A rewards platform
16. An employee assistance programme
17. Hybrid working post-probation