Accounts Payable Assistant
Part-Time: 20–25 hours per week
12-month Fixed Term Contract
Northampton
Rise10 Recruitment is currently supporting a valued client in the recruitment of an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their busy and fast-paced accounts team on a 12-month fixed term contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with prior accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a collaborative finance environment, ensuring supplier accounts are managed accurately and efficiently while maintaining strong working relationships.
You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the finance function, with responsibility for invoice processing, supplier queries, reconciliations, and payment runs.
Key Responsibilities
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Accurately post supplier invoices onto the finance system, ensuring correct matching to purchase orders
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Investigate and resolve discrepancies with the buying department where required
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Communicate with suppliers via telephone and email in a professional manner
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Set up and maintain new supplier accounts
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Reconcile supplier statements, ensuring all invoices are received and chasing missing documentation
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Prepare monthly payment spreadsheets
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Assist with the preparation and processing of BACS payment runs (3 per month)
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Support the wider finance team with general duties
Key Skills & Experience Required
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Minimum 1 year experience in an Accounts Payable role (preferred)
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Familiarity with invoice processing and supplier reconciliation processes
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team
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Confident handling supplier and internal queries
If you’re an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a flexible part-time role within a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now
