Sewell Wallis are currently working with a fantastic business based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, who are recruiting a Transactional Assistant to join their team to focus predominantly on Accounts Payable duties. This is a temporary to permanent role, meaning that you will be with the company for approximately 9 months, before being considered for a permanent position.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation operating within a highly innovative sector, where collaboration, flexibility and team culture are genuinely valued. Youll take on a busy and varied role and play a key role in ensuring the continued success of the transactional finance team.
What will you be doing?
* Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
* Managing the Accounts Payable inbox and responding to supplier queries.
* Tracking and logging invoices for payment processing.
* Managing supplier setup and maintaining supplier records.
* Supporting weekly payment runs.
* Supporting VAT tracking and invoice compliance.
* Supporting daily banking duties, including completing bank reconciliations.
* Assisting with weekly reconciliations and reporting.
* Supporting aged debt reporting and transactional reconciliations.
* Assisting with KPI updates and finance reporting.
* Producing customer invoices and statements.
* Supporting with Accounts Receivable queries and inbox management.
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes.
What skills are we looking for?
* Previous experience within Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable or a similar transactional finance role.
* Strong Excel and finance systems skills, with use of Dynamics 365 being particularly advantageous.
* AAT studying or qualified is desirable, though not required.
* Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving ability.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Confident communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
* A proactive and adaptable approach to work.
Whats on offer?
* Hybrid working (2 days working from home).
* Flexible working hours.
* Bonus scheme.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* 6% pension contribution.
* 4x annual salary life assurance.
* Private medical and dental insurance.
* Cycle to work scheme and EV car scheme.
* Shopping discounts and home & tech scheme.
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