Accounts Payable Administrator
- Annual Salary: £25,000 - £28,000
- Location: Cumbria, LA12
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong organisational skills and a background in finance. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will manage a variety of finance duties and provide cover for the Accounts Receivable Assistant when needed.
Day-to-day of the role:- Accurate processing of supplier invoices and price checking food invoices.
- Reconciliation of supplier statements and maintaining correct supplier balances.
- Handling supplier payments and ensuring correct reconciliation.
- Weekly reviews of the Trade Payables ledger for management review.
- Addressing all supplier queries promptly and efficiently.
- Conducting weekly cash counts and safe reconciliations.
- Assisting with monthly stock take preparation and completion.
- Ensuring all documentation is completed to the agreed standard and timescale, with an effective system in place for the filing, storage, and retrieval of documents.
- Ordering and maintaining stationery and sundry items required.
- Completing month-end tasks to ensure the close of Accounts Payable by the deadline.
- Performing other ad hoc tasks as specified by the Finance Manager.
- Providing cover for the Accounts Receivable Assistant as required.
- Proven experience in a similar role.
- Well-organised, proactive, and able to work unsupervised.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Strong Excel skills are essential.
- People management experience is desirable.
- AAT qualification or working towards it is preferable.
- Monday to Friday work schedule – 08:30 am to 16:30 pm (37.5 hours a week), with consideration for school hours.
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
- Study support and potential for future progression for the right candidate.
To apply for the Accounts Payable Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Reference: 53351385
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