Accounts Payable Assistant

Northampton Business Directory; England; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology-driven business in Northampton is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to support the finance team. Your responsibilities will include processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month-end tasks. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a hybrid working option, focused on growth and finance process improvements.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience within Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Confident Excel user with VLOOKUPs, filters, and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of invoices and credit notes.
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and ensuring correct approvals.
• Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
• Supporting weekly payment runs.
• Maintaining accurate supplier records within the finance system.
• Handling supplier queries professionally and promptly.
• Assisting with month-end processes including accruals and reporting.
• Supporting continuous improvement and finance process efficiencies.

Skills

Invoice processing

Reconciliations

Excel (VLOOKUPs, filters, pivot tables)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Job description

Morgan McKinley Northern Home Counties are delighted to be working with a fast-growing, technology-driven business to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant based in Northampton. They are looking for someone to join on a permanent basis.

Role

In this role, you will support the Accounts Payable function, working closely with the wider finance team and assisting with month-end tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing a high volume of invoices and credit notes
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and ensuring correct approvals
• Supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
• Supporting weekly payment runs
• Maintaining accurate supplier records within the finance system
• Handling supplier queries professionally and promptly
• Assisting with month-end processes including accruals and reporting
• Supporting continuous improvement and finance process efficiencies

The Ideal Candidate

• 1-2 years' experience within Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger
• Strong understanding of invoice processing and reconciliations
• Confident Excel user (VLOOKUPs, filters, pivot tables)
• Strong systems skills with the ability to quickly learn new platforms
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills for liaising with internal teams and suppliers

Salary & Benefits

• Monday-Friday, full-time (hybrid working)