Accounts Payable Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant for an ongoing temporary opportunity based in Birmingham City Centre.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of supplier invoices, focusing particularly on query resolution, reconciliations, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

This role suits someone detail-oriented, proactive, and confident in investigating and resolving discrepancies within a fast-paced finance environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process high volumes of purchase invoices and credit notes accurately and promptly.
• Reconcile supplier statements to ensure all invoices and payments are correctly recorded.
• Investigate and resolve supplier queries efficiently, liaising with internal departments where necessary.
• Maintain clear communication with suppliers regarding payment dates, missing invoices, and credit requests.
• Prepare weekly and monthly supplier payment runs.
• Support month-end processes by ensuring all supplier accounts are up to date and reconciled.
• Match purchase orders and delivery notes to invoices where applicable.
• Assist with reviewing aged creditor reports and addressing outstanding balances.
• Maintain accurate and organised electronic filing of invoices and correspondence.
• Provide general support to the finance team as required during busy periods.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger role is essential.
• Strong understanding of supplier statement reconciliations and query management.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Confident communicator, able to build positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting systems such as Sage, Xero, or SAP.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player with a proactive and flexible attitude.

Information:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Full time
• Ongoing contract
• Office based - Must be willing to travel in to the City Centre