Hybrid Temp Accounts Payable Assistant in Knowsley, Merseyside

Hybrid Temp Accounts Payable Assistant

Knowsley, Liverpool | Hybrid Working (3 days in the office)

£13.85 - £15.00 per hour DOE

3-6 month temporary contract

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join the finance team at a well-established and recognised business based in Knowsley, Liverpool.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and is looking for a role with the potential to secure a permanent position.

The Role

You will play an important part in supporting the day-to-day running of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately, payments are made on time and supplier accounts are maintained effectively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.

• Matching invoices against purchase orders, goods received and agreed prices.

• Maintaining accurate supplier accounts and financial records using Oracle.

• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs.

• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies.

• Resolving invoice, pricing and delivery queries.

• Managing supplier communications via telephone and email.

• Reviewing aged ledger items and raising prepayments and debit notes.

• Using Excel to maintain and analyse financial information.

• Supporting the wider finance team with day-to-day duties and deadlines.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or a similar finance role.

• Is confident processing high volumes of invoices.

• Has a good understanding of supplier reconciliations and payment processes.

• Has excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

• Is confident using Microsoft Excel and finance systems.

• Has strong communication skills and enjoys working as part of a team.

• Can work to deadlines and manage competing priorities.

• Experience with Oracle and processing payment runs would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £13.85 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience.

• Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office.

• Initial 3-6 month temporary assignment.

Interested?

If you have Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger experience and are available for a new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

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