Part‑Time Accounts Payable Assistant (Temporary)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced, detail‑oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team on a part‑time, temporary basis. The role is based in Leatherhead and involves processing supplier invoices, resolving queries and maintaining accurate ledger data.

Key responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately, validate details, code and allocate them, and match to purchase orders where applicable.
• Act as the first point of contact for supplier invoice queries, investigating discrepancies and escalating complex issues.
• Enter and maintain supplier and invoice data, monitor invoice queues, and follow up with internal stakeholders for approvals.

Required profile

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or similar finance support role.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to process high volumes of transactions accurately.
• Confident communicator comfortable contacting suppliers by phone and email.
• Good organisational skills, able to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with finance systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is advantageous.
• Highly organised, proactive, reliable and able to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (advantageous)