Accounts Payable Assistant Legal and Finance · UK ·

Sedex Information Exchange Limited.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information exchange firm based in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team. The role involves managing the accounts payable ledger, processing invoices, and collaborating with suppliers to ensure accurate financial operations. Ideal candidates may possess a year of accounting experience or be recent graduates eager to gain real-world experience in finance. This position offers a dynamic environment where proactive communication and attention to detail are key.

Benefits

Positive and inclusive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in an accounts or finance department, or a recent graduate eager to start their career.
• Strong communication skills to interact professionally with stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and self-motivated individual who thrives in a team setting.
• Attention to detail for high accuracy in financial documentation and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain international accounts payable ledger and related reporting.
• Manage supplier queries and the Finance inbox.
• Create purchase orders and process purchase invoices.
• Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve payment issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Experience in accounts or finance department

Degree in Accounting or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Sedex

Sedex is a trusted partner for over 95,000 businesses worldwide, helping them create socially and environmentally sustainable supply chains. Through our platform's powerful data insights and expert guidance, we simplify the management, assessment, and reporting of sustainability performance.

Our Vision is to be a leader in making global supply chains more socially and environmentally sustainable. Our Mission is To provide data-driven insights, accessible tools, and exceptional services that support businesses in improving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and outcomes.

The role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to assist in the invoice processing and support in the day to day running of the AP department.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in accounting or a recent graduate eager to gain their first hands‑on experience in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Management Maintain international accounts payable ledger and related reporting.
• Finance inbox Management of supplier queries and Finance inbox
• Process invoice Create purchase orders, process purchase invoice, review and process any credit notes received
• Navan Platform Management Review new user, process expenses and review flagged transactions
• Bank Reconciliations Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations and maintain aged creditors
• Payment Processing BACS/suppliers’ payments in fortnightly pay runs, allocate payments, post cash entries and match payments
• Stakeholder Collaboration Liaise with suppliers and internal team to resolve account and payment issues.
• Reporting Support Assist with month‑end reporting and provide data for the year end audit.
• System & Compliance Support Support system upgrades, vendor documentation, and ensure supplier data accuracy

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Foundational Experience. Ideally, at least one year of experience in an accounts or finance department. However, we also welcome recent graduates who are keen to start their career in accounting.
• Strong Communication Skills. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Excellent Administrative and Organizational Skills. Capable of managing multiple tasks and prioritising effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proactive and Self‑Motivated. A self‑starter who takes initiative and thrives in a dynamic team setting.
• Adaptability. Comfortable working in an evolving environment where responsibilities may shift based on team needs.
• Attention to Detail. High level of accuracy in data entry, record-keeping, and financial documentation.
• Technical Proficiency. Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (e.g., formulas, data sorting, pivot tables).
• Independence with Support‑Seeking Mindset. Able to work independently while recognising when to seek guidance or clarification.

Our culture

• Respect Each Other: We believe that a foundation of mutual respect is essential to creating a positive and inclusive environment.
• Customer-Driven: We are passionate about delivering exceptional value to our customers. By listening to their needs, understanding their challenges, and continuously adapting our solutions, we aim to empower them to achieve their sustainability goals and drive positive change in their supply chains.
• Thinking Creatively: Innovation is at the heart of our work. We encourage creative problem‑solving and embrace new ideas that challenge the status quo. This mindset allows us to continuously improve our products and services, offering fresh and effective solutions to complex sustainability and ethical sourcing issues.
• Take Ownership: We empower our team members to take responsibility for their actions and outcomes. Every person at Sedex is encouraged to own their work, make decisions with confidence, and contribute proactively to the success of the team and the business.
• Deliver Results: We are results‑oriented and committed to delivering tangible, impactful outcomes for our customers, our business, and society at large.

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