Accounts Payables Assistant

About the role

We are looking for a proactive Accounts Payables Assistant to join our busy finance team in Chadderton, Oldham. You will manage a portfolio of supplier accounts, ensuring invoices are processed accurately from purchase order through to payment.

Key responsibilities

• Process, review and validate supplier invoices, applying correct coding and cost allocation.
• Maintain the end‑to‑end purchase ledger for assigned suppliers, including regular statement reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment queries, building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support timely payment runs and ensure all transactions are recorded in the accounts payable ledger.
• Prepare month‑end financial information related to accrued liabilities and outstanding balances.
• Maintain organised records and provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects, system enhancements and other finance initiatives.

Required profile

• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Motivated self‑starter who takes ownership of workload and delivers high‑quality service.

Required skills