Accounts Payable Assistant VA2698

Anabas are a dynamic, national Facilities Management company whose focus lies in supporting corporate office occupiers who look for a great workplace experience.A key part of the Finance team, the Accounts Payable Assistant ensures the accuracy and fidelity of the purchase ledger.The Accounts Payable Assistant will process and post invoices and credit notes to the ledger, make payments to supplier in line with agreed terms, reconcile the ledgers against supplier statements, and work with operational staff to resolve any supplier invoicing issues.The Accounts Payable Assistant will also play a role in the month-end process, posting journals and meeting relevant deadlines, as well as any other ad-hoc duties as required by their line manager. This is a full-time permanent position, Monday to Friday between 08:00-16:00, 40 hours per week.Main DutiesKey ResponsibilitiesProcessing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely mannerMatching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notesResolving invoice queries with suppliers and internal departmentsPreparing supplier payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, cheques)Maintaining supplier master data and bank detailsReconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepanciesPosting transactions to the purchase ledgerAssisting with month‑end activities, including accruals and reportingEnsuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirementsHandling accounts payable inboxes and responding to enquiriesSkills & Experience Typically RequiredPrevious experience in an accounts payable or finance assistant roleGood numerical accuracy and attention to detailFamiliarity with finance systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage, Dynamics)Strong Excel skills (lookups, basic formulas, reconciliations)Ability to manage deadlines and high‑volume processingGood communication skills for liaising with suppliers and stakeholdersUnderstanding of VAT on purchase invoices (UK)Benefits include:-Salary: £28,980 per annum33 days holiday per year inc Bank Holidays.Employee Assistance Programme. Recognition and Reward scheme.Life assurance at 1 x annual salary.Cycle 2 Work scheme.Recommend a friend scheme.Company events.Training & development opportunity. Sound like the job for you? We look forward to receiving your application soon!