Accounts Payable Finance Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant

Location: Pinner Hybrid Working

Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 DOE

Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable Finance Assistant looking for your next opportunity?

We're working with a growing SME that prides itself on strong values and has partnered with some of the biggest household names. They're looking for a dedicated professional to take ownership of the purchase ledger function and become a key part of their finance team.

This is a hands-on position where you'll be responsible for ensuring smooth and efficient processing of supplier invoices and payments. You'll work closely with the finance team and wider business, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all aspects of purchase ledger management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing accounts, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
• Processing and coding invoices, ensuring correct approvals are obtained before posting.
• Preparing and processing payment runs and expenses.
• Conducting supplier statement reconciliations.
• Performing bank reconciliations.
• Overseeing the accounts inbox, responding to queries.
• Handling company credit card transactions.
• Assisting with month-end tasks to support financial reporting.

What We're Looking For:

• 4+ years of proven purchase ledger experience, ideally in an SME environment
• Ability to think 'outside of the box' and comfortable suggesting new ideas
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good knowledge of Excel and general accounting systems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workload

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make an impact within a supportive and collaborative team, where new ideas and process improvements are welcomed.

Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.