Accounts Payable Assistant

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 437696
  • PublishDate iconPublished Date: 26/04/2026
  • JobType iconJob Type: Permanent
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £30000 - £31000 Per annum
  • type iconHours: Full Time


Our client, a reputable organisation in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is hiring for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to accurate invoice processing and support the month-end and system implementation activities.

What you'll be doing:
* Managing the daily Accounts Payable email inbox
* Processing Non-PO, PO, and Intercompany invoices
* Following up on internal queries with the Material Management team
* Ensuring invoices are correctly coded to the appropriate GL codes
* Reconciling supplier statements and requesting missing invoices
* Resolving invoice-related issues promptly
* Assisting with month-end procedures
* Supporting the implementation of the upcoming E-invoicing system (Next-evo)
* Creating Fixed Assets and preparing quarterly reports

What you'll bring:
* Good understanding of invoice approval and coding processes
* Knowledge of VAT and general accounting principles
* Experience in processing high volumes of transactions
* Proficiency in SAP and Excel
* Strong communication skills to clearly convey financial information
* Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills
* A team player who values continuous improvement and respects diverse perspectives
* Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

Additional requirements:
* DBS Security Clearance and eligibility for SC clearance
* Compliance with Export Regulations

Benefits
Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - single cover for employees paid by the company
  • Pension: Employees are auto enrolled into the Retirement Fund.
  • Company contributes 6%, employee 4% basic
  • Share Incentive Plan and ESOP. Annual share schemes at company discretion.
  • Success Share, Discretionary Group bonus scheme (conditions apply)
  • Bikes to Work (up to £3,000) (employee purchase scheme)
  • Technology (employee purchase scheme)
  • Mydrive (employee car purchase scheme)
  • Den-Plan (employee purchase scheme)
  • Health-care Cash Scheme
  • Personal Accident Insurance (employee purchase scheme)
  • Health Assessments
  • Travel Insurance
  • Financial/Legal Advice (eg, Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney)



This role offers a supportive environment where your attention to detail and proactive approach will be valued. If you're eager to develop your finance career and thrive in a dynamic setting, we'd love to hear from you!