Accounts Payable Assistant - Junior

Exciting Opportunity: Junior Accounts Payable!

Location: Euston, London (Just an 8-minute walk from Russell Square train station)
Contract Type: Temporary (1 month, with potential for extend / permanent position)
Pay: 13.50 - 14 p/h
Working Pattern: Full Time

Our client is on the lookout for a bright and enthusiastic Junior Accounts Payable professional to join their dynamic team! If you have a passion for numbers and a desire to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

As a Junior Accounts Payable Assistant, you will:

• Process and verify supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and authorisation.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and execute weekly/monthly vendor payments.
• Maintain precise records of accounts payable transactions in the accounting system.
• Monitor accounts to ensure timely payments within agreed terms.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities with payable reports.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and company policies.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to address queries.
• Help with any ad hoc tasks as needed.

Qualifications & Experience:

We're looking for candidates who possess:

• Strong GCSE grades.
• A Bachelor's degree/diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Prior experience in accounts payable or general accounting is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, NetSuite) is a bonus, but we welcome beginners too!
• A bright personality and eagerness to learn.

Skills & Competencies:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other MS Office applications.

Personal Attributes:

We value individuals who are:

• Reliable and maintain integrity in their work.
• Proactive with a problem-solving mindset.
• Team players who collaborate effectively across departments.
• Customer service-oriented when interacting with suppliers.

Apply today!

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