Accounts Payable & Receivable Assistant

Accounts Payable & Receivable Assistant

Reading (Hybrid Working)

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable & Receivable Assistant to join our team in Reading on a 6-month contract. You'll be working closely with our AP/AR Manager to maintain efficient finance operations, ensuring suppliers are paid on time and customer payments are received accurately.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong grasp of the end-to-end AP/AR cycles, who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is passionate about continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Ensure timely payment of supplier invoices in accordance with payment terms.
• Manage the joint Accounts Payable inbox - respond to queries, capture and file invoices.
• Register invoices, monitor workflow, and help resolve process issues.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and request credit balance refunds promptly.
• Assist with weekly BACS payment runs and maintain accurate ledgers.
• Approve and process employee expenses, ensuring compliance with policy.
• Reconcile corporate credit card statements.

Accounts Receivable

• Assist with customer onboarding in Agresso ERP.
• Raise and process invoices (e.g., ICSS and ad hoc billing).
• Handle cash posting and customer refunds.
• Resolve customer invoice queries in collaboration with stakeholders.

Month-End & Reporting

• Support monthly financial close activities.
• Prepare aged debtor/creditor summaries and reconciliations.
• Contribute to reporting on Payment Practices and supplier payment tracking.

Other Duties

• Support audits and provide required documentation.
• Identify and propose process automation opportunities.
• Deliver training to staff on systems like Agresso and company expense policy.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects such as systems upgrades or process workshops.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable/Receivable in a medium to large business.
• Solid understanding of the full AP/AR cycle and best practices.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Agresso experience highly desirable).
• Strong reconciliation, VAT knowledge, and credit control experience.
• Excellent communication skills with both internal teams and external partners.
• A proactive, independent worker who is also a reliable team player.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency.

To apply for the Accounts Payable & Receivable Assistant please send your CV to (url removed)

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