Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant
Location:Edinburgh
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (9 months)
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
About the Role:
Our client, a well-established company in Edinburgh, is looking to hire an Accounts Payable Assistant on a contract basis to support their finance team. This is a great opportunity for an individual with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and prior experience in accounts payable or finance administration.
Key Responsibilities:
*Process and maintain accounts payable transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
*Review and match purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.
*Ensure invoices are coded and entered correctly into the accounting system.
*Prepare and process payment runs in accordance with agreed schedules.
*Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies or queries.
*Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve payment or invoice issues.
*Assist in month-end and year-end accounts payable processes.
*Support with ad-hoc finance projects and administrative tasks as required.
About You:
*Experience working in accounts payable, purchase ledger, or a similar finance role.
*Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoicing, reconciliation, and payments.
*Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar).
*Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
*Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
*Ability to manage a high-volume workload and meet deadlines.
*Ideally, AAT qualified or currently studying (or equivalent qualification/experience).
What We Offer:
*Competitive salary or hourly rate.
*Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
*Flexible working arrangements (where applicable).
*The chance to gain valuable experience in a well-established organisation.
Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant
Location:Edinburgh
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (9 months)
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant or finance professional looking for your next contract role, please apply with your up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you!