Part–time AP assistant

Description

Your new company

A fast–growing, insight–led consultancy is seeking a detail–oriented and proactive Part–Time Accounts Payable Assistant to join its finance team. This role is ideal for someone with strong AP experience who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working with international suppliers and complex invoices.

Your new role

The successful candidate will be confident using Sage 200 and will play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the accounts payable function.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the Accounts Payable inbox, prioritising and responding to supplier queries professionally and efficientlyProcess high–volume and complex invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal proceduresMaintain supplier records and relationships, resolving payment discrepancies and ensuring timely communicationPrepare and process weekly payment runs, ensuring correct authorisation and documentationReconcile supplier statements and follow up on outstanding balancesCollaborate with internal departments to resolve PO/invoice mismatches and support purchasing controlsAccurately record AP transactions in Sage 200 and assist with month–end close tasksSupport the finance team with ad–hoc duties and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role, ideally within a consultancy, agency, or multi–entity environmentProficiency in Sage 200 is essentialStrong understanding of invoice processing, supplier management, and payment cyclesExcellent communication and problem–solving skillsHigh level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detailAbility to work independently and manage workload effectivelyGood working knowledge of Excel and financial systemsWhat you'll get in return

21 hours over a week, flexibility on what days (in the office Monday–Wednesday for the first couple of weeks)Flexible working hours and supportive team cultureOpportunity to contribute to a growing international businessConvenient Wandsworth location with hybrid working optionsInclusive and respectful workplace that values individual contributionWhat you need to do now

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