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Senior Accounts Payable Assistant
Job Posted: 13 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Leicester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Accounts Payable Assistant
Location - Leicester (Hybrid working options available; 2 to 3 days remote working per week)
£35,000 - £40,000 d.o.e p.a
Full-time, Fixed Term Contract - 6 to 12 months
About our client:
They are a dynamic and growing business based in Leicester. With a strong reputation for excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement, they are now seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team.
Role Overview:
As the Senior Accounts Payable Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the accounts payable function. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, managing payment runs, resolving queries, and supporting junior members of the team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately process high volumes of purchase invoices, credit notes, and employee expenses
- Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs (BACS and CHAPS)
- Reconcile supplier statements and manage aged creditor reports
- Investigate and resolve supplier queries in a timely and professional manner
- Support the month-end close process including accruals and prepayments
- Assist with internal and external audits as required
- Provide guidance and support to junior members of the AP team
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure PO and invoice discrepancies are resolved
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar accounts payable role
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and financial controls
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with finance/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, etc.)
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- AAT qualification or working towards it is desirable
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