Accounts Payable Assistant

A returning client of mine in the cargo/logistics industry is looking to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant for their finance department. The role will support the Finance Manager. Initially office based for the first 6 months and after probation offering 2 days hybrid working plus free parking on site. 

As Accounts Payable Assistant your will be responsible for the following:

• Daily review and corrections of open invoices in automated AP system 

• Daily query & follow up of operation invoices that are missing information in the job, meaning they cannot be automatically passed through the system

• Processing & gain approval from appropriate managers for Overhead invoices

• Reconcile supplier accounts between our account system and their statements.

• Push and drive to ensure automation through P processing system is to the highest level.

• Propose weekly payment runs, ensuring payments are made to suppliers terms while maximising our company cashflow.

• Maintain good relationships with suppliers, via email phone calls etc.

• Liaise with suppliers regarding any queries there may be with invoice, payments etc.

Excellent communication skills

Able to demonstrate initiative and take ownership of Purchase Ledger.

Ability to organise busy workload and adhere to tight deadlines.

Ability to work autonomously and to offer solutions to problems as and when they arise.

Experience in the aviation/airline industry is an advantage.

Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, V look ups and Sum Ifs

Company Benefits

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance after probation period – 6 mths
• Auto enrolment pension ( government standard)
• Life Assurance
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Free Parking on site
• Working hrs  ( the finance team usually does 8am – 4.30pm or you can do 9am -5.30pm – its an hour for lunch

Please contact Vinny Basra at the Staines Accountancy office