Accounts Payable Assistant

Our client, a dynamic organisation based in North Kent, is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team in a newly created role.

Duties will include:

• Review, validate, and match invoices with proper coding and supporting documents
• Prepare and execute timely vendor payments to meet agreed terms
• Check vendor statements and AP reports for accuracy and consistency
• Keep financial records complete, organised, and up to date
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices or payments
• Provide clerical assistance and support audits within the finance team
• Help onboard new vendors and maintain strong working relationships

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role, with a good grasp of fundamental accounting principles
• Be highly accurate and thorough in processing financial information
• Be able to prioritise tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines efficiently
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaborating with vendors and internal teams

In return the company is offering a competitive salary depending on experience, hybrid working arrangement (2 days from home), 33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), the opportunity to join a rapidly expanding business with excellent career development opportunities and more!

Please note due to the expected high volume of applicants only suitable candidates will be contacted.

This role is being managed by Polly Alexander, Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.