What Your Day Will Look Like
You'll play a key role in the smooth running of the Accounts Payable function, managing the full lifecycle of invoice processing and ensuring accuracy across all financial records. Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing 150-200 purchase invoices per week (stock and non‑stock), ensuring pricing is correct and investigating any discrepancies.
- Ensuring invoices are matched to Purchase Orders and fully authorised by the correct department managers.
- Accurately entering invoices and payments into Microsoft Dynamics 365, using appropriate coding throughout.
- Responding to all invoice and payment queries via phone and email, providing a professional, timely service and working closely with internal teams.
- Supporting the management of the shared AP inbox.
- Setting up new suppliers and maintaining existing supplier data.
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any variances or accounting issues.
- Assisting with month‑end and period‑end tasks.
- Supporting the wider team with reasonable ad‑hoc duties as required.
- Representing the business professionally at all times.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong IT skills, including confident use of Excel and accounting systems.
- Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational ability.
- Clear and professional telephone manner.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
- Proactive approach to problem‑solving and the confidence to take initiative.
- Flexible, positive attitude with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office.
- Accurate data entry and high attention to detail.
- A collaborative team player.
Desirable Skills
- Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is an advantage.
Requirements
- Must have the right to work in the UK.
- Minimum of 2 GCSEs (grade 5 or above), including English and Maths, or relevant work experience.
- AAT Level 2 is preferred, with the opportunity for further study for the right candidate.
- At least one year of experience in a similar Accounts Payable role.
What We Offer
- Competitive medical cash plan.
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support, counselling, legal advice).
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Plus additional employee benefits.
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