Accounts Payable Assistant (Fixed Term Contract - 12 months)
1 day ago
Salph End
Accounts Payable AssistantReporting to: Accounts Payable ManagerLocation: Bedford (Hybrid)Salary: £28,026Contract: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)Hours: 37 hours per weekAbout the roleWe are looking for a detail-focused and proactive Accounts Payable Assistan t to join our Finance team. This is a key operational role, responsible for the accurate and timely processing of purchase ledger transactions across the organisation and its subsidiaries.You will play an important part in ensuring suppliers are paid correctly and on time, maintaining strong financial controls, and providing a responsive, customer-focused service to internal and external stakeholders.Key responsibilitiesProcess purchase ledger transactions accurately and in line with agreed procedures and payment termsMaintain accurate supplier records, ensuring bank details are verified before being set up on the finance systemProcess regular payment runs in line with the payment schedule, including urgent and international payments when requiredComplete bank account and nominal ledger reconciliations within agreed timescalesResolve internal and external transactional queries promptly and professionallyReview and process utility bills for void properties and communal supplies, maintaining accurate logs and investigating queries as neededSupport month-end processes by preparing control account reconciliations and monthly reportsMonitor compliance with processes and controls, escalating issues where appropriateWork flexibly across the Accounts Payable function to ensure cover, share best practice and support process improvementsAbout youYou'll be an organised and conscientious finance professional with a strong eye for detail and a customer-focused approach. You'll be comfortable managing a varied workload, working to deadlines and communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.Essential requirements:Experience working within an Accounts Payable functionExperience using financial accounting systemsIntermediate Microsoft Excel skillsExcellent numeracy and attention to detailStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to prioritise workload and meet deadlinesA proactive, flexible and self-motivated approachExperience working in a customer-focused, fast-paced environmentAbility to handle confidential information responsiblyOur valuesAt bpha, our values are at the heart of everything we do:We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions.We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer.We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team.We are ambitious: We strive for excellence and make a positive difference.Why join us?You'll be joining a supportive and professional finance team where accuracy, integrity and teamwork are valued. This role offers the opportunity to develop your skills within a well-structured Accounts Payable function and contribute to the smooth running of essential financial processes.TPBN1_UKTJ