Water Engineering Services Ltd
Accounts Payable Assistant
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Salary: DOE
Holidays: 24 days per annum plus bank holidays increasing with service
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Private Health care provided
Overview
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices and payments, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will help maintain accurate financial records, manage employee expenses, and investigate and resolve financial discrepancies. The role requires excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage priorities effectively while meeting deadlines.
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Key Responsibilities
- Processing payments, invoices, and receipts
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records within the accounting system
- Performing regular supplier statement reconciliations
- Allocating payments and ensuring transactions are recorded accurately
- Investigating and resolving discrepancies in financial records
- Liaising with suppliers and internal departments regarding financial queries
- Providing administrative support to the wider finance function
- Managing employee expense claims and credit cards
- Assisting with month end procedures and supporting year end audit requirements
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Essential Experience
- Previous purchase ledger or finance administration experience
- Experience maintaining accurate financial records
- Processing invoices, payments, and receipts
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Understanding of basic accounting principles
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage workloads independently
- Understanding of CIS and VAT DRC would be beneficial but not essential
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