221 Accounts Payable jobs in the United Kingdom

This Accounts Payable position is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a solid understanding of accounting processes. Based in Aylesbury, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the finance team.

Client Details

This role is with a business known for its focus on reliable services and operational efficiency. The company values precision and professionalism in its accounting & finance department.

Description

The Accounts Payable Assistant's responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions to maintain accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to invoices and payments.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
• Maintain accurate and organised financial records.
• Assist in month-end closing activities and reporting.
• Communicate with suppliers to address queries and payment concerns.
• Support the finance team with ad hoc administrative tasks as needed.

Profile

A successful Accounts Payable Assistant should have:

• Previous experience within an accounting & finance role, particularly in accounts payable.
• A strong understanding of financial systems and processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to handle queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• A positive attitude towards teamwork and deadlines.

Job Offer

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary ranging from 30,000 to 32,000, depending on experience.
• Standard company benefits, including pension contributions and holiday entitlement.
• An opportunity to work within a supportive and professional environment in Aylesbury.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable specialist to contribute to a growing company. If you are based in or near Aylesbury and meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply today!

Accounts Payable Assistant
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid)
28,000 - 31,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits

Think Accountancy & Finance are partnering with an award winning, market leading, forward thinking business based in Hemel Hempstead.

We are looking for a dedicated Accounts Payable Assistant with a strong, high volume purchase ledger background!

This business has a truly inclusive culture, great values and encourages career growth.

Initially a 12 Month FTC

Why You will Love This Role

• Own the AP Process
• Work across multiple locations, building strong supplier relationships
• Join an inclusive team that values your ideas and offers genuine career progression
• Generous bonus and holiday entitlement, pension scheme, health benefits, career development and more

Key Responsibilities

• Process large volumes of supplier invoices accurately and on time
• Reconcile statements across multiple sites and swiftly resolve any discrepancies
• Serve as the first port of call for supplier queries, building strong, professional relationships
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline AP workflows
• Identify process improvements , driving efficiency and automation where possible
• Maintain rigorous compliance and audit ready records

What We're Looking For

• Proven high-volume Accounts Payable experience (ideally across more than one site)
• Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
• Strong attention to detail and an analytical mindset
• Proactive problem-solver who can suggest and implement process enhancements
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

About You

You must love accuracy, diving into data, and get satisfaction from keeping payments running smoothly. You're a natural communicator, enjoy building supplier rapport, and take pride in continuous improvement. Above all, you're a dependable team player who contributes positively to a fantastic team and workplace.

About Think Accountancy & Finance
We're the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment your local, employee-owned partner for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across Herts, Beds & Bucks. We specialise in Accounts Payable, Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part-Qualified Finance, Credit Control, Bookkeeping, and more.

The Accounts Payable role in the retail industry involves managing invoices, payments, and supplier relationships within the accounting and finance department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone detail-oriented and organised to contribute to a thriving team in Windlesham.

Client Details

This small-sized company operates within the retail sector, offering a well-structured environment to grow your career in accounting and finance. The organisation is known for its commitment to quality and efficiency, providing a supportive workplace for its employees.

Description

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of payments and transactions.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers regarding payment queries.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Support the accounting and finance department with ad hoc tasks.

Profile

• Prior experience in a similar role
• Strong communicator both written and verbal
• Happy to be fully office based
• Able to work in fast-paced environments

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of 27,000 - 32,000 per annum.
• Generous store discount for employees.
• Permanent, full-time position in Windlesham.
• A supportive and structured working environment in the retail industry.

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting and finance career, apply now for the Accounts Payable role in Windlesham!

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client's dynamic Finance team, supporting European entities. You'll be part of a collaborative team of four, working in a forward-thinking environment that values innovation and professional development.

Please note this position is Hybrid (Tuesday & Thursday Working from home) However you must live local to the office.

• Accurately process and verify invoices and credit notes

• Approve employee expenses using SAP Concur

• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across multiple sites

• Maintain the finance inbox and handle general administrative tasks

• Download and post invoices from supplier portals

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable role

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Portfolio Credit Control are currently partnered with a reputable Hospitality group who are consistently growing, we are currently working closely with this client to support with the recruitment for a Accounts Payable professional on a 12 month FTC basis.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Review, code and post invoices
• Download invoices and statements from supplier portals
• Send invoices for authorisation
• Release authorised invoices for payment
• Process and post cheque requests
• Verify and process staff expenses
• Petty cash reconciliation
• Setting up new suppliers
• Prepare accounts payable payment runs
• Reconciliation of payments and supplier statements
• Prepare analysis of accounts
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
• Resolve invoice discrepancies
• Supplier maintenance
• Correspond with suppliers and respond to inquiries (including managing the central email inbox)
• Assist in month end closing (e.g. prepayments)
• Year-end archiving
• Reconcile pro-forma payments as required
• Accurate posting and cross charging of multi-site invoices
• Accurate posting and cross charging of foreign currency invoices
• Reviewing and clearing down the aged creditors accounts 90 Days+
• Allocation of direct debit accounts
• Assist in had hoc projects

50087BR

INDLON

Temporary purchase ledger clerk required for a hybrid role in Coventry. The role will be for at least 3 months and will hopefully lead to something permanent.
Accounts Payable Duties:
- Accept invoices from AP inbox
- Register invoices on ledger matching accurately to purchase order.
- Processing multi-currency invoices on correct ledger
- Maintaining Queried invoices in workflow, chasing resolutions.
- Posting Direct Debits and allocating correctly
- Own the credit card process from end to end ensuring timely receipt of information and maintaining and processing all transactions. Reconciling supplier credit accounts
- Own Expenses process
- Statement reconciliations
- Debit Balance Reconciliations, correcting discrepancies, chasing any overpayments.
- Payment run process, keeping payment terms and liaising with line management.

You will be working in a large finance team and therefore must be a good team player and able to work on own initiative. You will have excellent communication and organisation skills, the ability to build strong relationship with Suppliers and internal customers.
This role is hybrid with 3 days in the office after training.
Fot the right person this role could be come a team leader role being a number 2 to the accounts payable manager.

CMA Recruitment Group are working with a reputable, growing business based in Segensworth, Hampshire, to help them recruit a newly created Accounts Payable Assistant on a full time basis.

The Purchase Ledger Assistant will report into the Finance Manager and responsibilities will include:

• Maintain purchase ledger for the group
• Processing staff expenses 
• Setting up of new supplier accounts and maintaining existing account details
• Reconciliation of supplier statements
• Managing the accruals schedule
• Being a point of contact for all relevant escalated enquiries within the team.

Suitable candidate for the Purchase Ledger Assistant:

• Prior experience within purchase ledger to be able to hit the ground running
• Ability to problem solve and deal with escalated supplier issues 
• Strong attention to detail and comfortable working independently

Additional information and benefits for the Purchase Ledger Assistant: 

• Free parking
• Hybrid working pattern
• 25 days holiday
• 5% company pension

A Worldwide Manufacturing Business who is one of the largest players in their field has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable/Accounts Assistant for a six month fixed term contract with a possibility of perm.

The successful candidate will be responsible for accounts payable and posting journals as well as getting involved in other areas of finance This role will require proactive engagement with other departments and direct interaction with clients to ensure a smooth invoicing process.

What you will do:

Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently

Matching, batching, and coding invoices

Handling supplier queries and reconciling statements

Assisting with payment runs and month-end procedures

Journal entries

Other ad-hoc finance duties as and when required

Ensuring compliance with company policies and deadlines

Requirements:

A minimum of 3-4 years solid previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role/General Finance Role

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams

Proficiency in Excel and finance systems (SAP, Sage, or similar)

Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Why Apply?

Weekly pay plus holiday pay

The chance of a Perm Role!

Join a supportive and friendly finance team with full on the job training provided

Gain valuable experience in a highly reputable organisation

Ideal for those between roles or looking for stable, long-term temporary work with a view to perm

Immediate start available

Hybrid working once fully trained

Free on-site parking

This is a brilliant opportunity for a candidate that is immediately available or being made redundant in the next few weeks. This role will offer you a real chance to prove your skills and enhance your CV.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to the accounting and finance team in Cranbrook within the not for profit industry. The role involves providing crucial support to ensure the smooth operation of financial activities on a temporary basis.

Client Details

This not for profit business in Cranbrook is committed to maintaining high standards in its accounting and finance functions.

Description

• Process and manage financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and analysis.
• Assist with reconciliations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable and receivable.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and procedures.
• Provide support during audits and other financial reviews.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks and duties.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience of working within an accountancy team

Profile

The successful Accounts Payable candidate will have experience in the above and be on short notice

Job Offer

Accounts Payable

• Salary 28-32k
• Hybrid working opportunities for greater flexibility.
• Temporary role with the potential to gain valuable experience.
• A supportive and professional work environment.
• Free onsite parking and staff lunches

If you are passionate about accounting and finance and are ready to make an impact in the not for profit industry, we encourage you to apply today!