Accounts Payable Assistant – Finance Officer

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our busy finance team in Broxbourne. You will support the efficient processing of supplier invoices, payments and month‑end activities while working in a hybrid model after probation.

Key responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, payment requests and credit‑card transactions.
• Manage weekly payment runs, including BACS and urgent payments.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and balance‑sheet control accounts.
• Maintain accounts payable records and purchase‑order systems.
• Prepare month‑end journals, accruals and pre‑payments.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Resolve supplier and internal finance queries.
• Administer company credit cards, prepaid cards and petty‑cash reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with financial procedures, controls and VAT regulations.
• Contribute to process‑improvement and finance‑automation initiatives.

Required profile

• Previous experience in accounts payable, purchase ledger or a similar finance role.
• Strong reconciliation and invoice‑processing experience.
• Good understanding of VAT and financial controls.
• Part‑qualified accounting professional or equivalent experience.

Required skills

• Excel
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Salary £32,000‑£34,000 per year.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with 4%‑8% employer contribution.
• On‑site parking.
• Hybrid working after probation (3 days office, 2 days home).