Accounts Payable Assistant

Tate Recruitment

  • Hertfordshire
  • £28,000-30,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Type:Part-time, Office-Based (upto 24 hours per week)Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 (Pro-rata)+ Benefits🎁 Benefits: 25 days holiday, supportive team culture, and moreAre you a detail-driven finance professional with a knack for project accounting and a love for getting things right the first time? If you're looking for a role where your skills will be valued and your growth supported, my client (a high-end tech business based in Letchworth) has an exciting opportunity for you.This is a part-time, office-based role, working upto 24 hours per week and is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working across departments to keep financial operations running smoothly.What You'll Be Doing
  • Processing supplier invoices and credit notes in Sage 50, across multiple currencies
  • Matching purchase orders and invoices for approval and payment
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
  • Managing credit card transactions and employee expense claims
  • Allocating costs to projects and codes - project accounting is central to this role
  • Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs (BACS and international)
  • Supporting month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting
  • Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to keep everything on track
What You'll Bring
  • Proven experience in Accounts Payable
  • Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel
  • Familiarity with job costing and project-based accounting
  • A keen eye for detail and a proactive mindset
  • Great communication skills and a collaborative spirit
  • Understanding of VAT rules and HMRC compliance
Bonus Points If You Have
  • AAT qualification (or working towards it)
  • Experience in construction, engineering, or project-led industries
  • Used expense management systems like Expensify or Webexpenses
Why This Role Stands Out
  • Competitive salary of £28,000-£30,000 (Pro-rata)
  • Generous 25-day holiday allowance
  • Part-time with hours to fit around your schedule and the business
  • A chance to work on exciting, high-end tech projects
  • A collaborative, inclusive culture that values your voice
  • Supportive leadership and a team that genuinely cares
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

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