Job Description
We’re hiring an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build strong foundations in finance while gaining hands-on experience in a busy accounts payable function. You’ll play a key role in ensuring supplier invoices and employee expenses are processed accurately, on time, and in line with company procedures.
What you’ll be doing: • Processing supplier invoices, including matching to purchase orders and accurate coding
• Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries
• Supporting weekly supplier payment runs
• Performing supplier statement reconciliations
• Processing employee expense claims
• Assisting with month-end activities, journals, and reporting
• Liaising with internal teams, procurement, and external suppliers
• Supporting the wider finance team when required
What we’re looking for: • Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Confident communication skills when working with colleagues and suppliers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools
• A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to learn
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
This role is office-based and offers excellent exposure to core finance processes, ideal for someone early in their finance career or looking to progress within accounts payable.
Interested in finding out more or applying? Get in touch or apply directly.
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Qualifications
Education & Experience
* A-levels or equivalent (including maths or business)
* Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, spreadsheets)
* Previous experience in a finance or accounting role is desirable but not essential, as full systems training will be provided.
* Experience working with ERP systems, particularly SAP, would be advantageous
Additional Information
* Competitive base salary
* Company pension
* 31 days holiday
* Life assurance
We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.
We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.