Accounts Payable Assistant

Contract: Permanent, full time

Location: Childwall, Liverpool

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team. You will play a key role in ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.

Working closely with colleagues across the business and external suppliers, you will help resolve queries, maintain accurate records and ensure the accounts payable function operates efficiently.

The Role

You will support the day-to-day accounts payable function, including invoice processing, supplier statement reconciliations, payment runs and query resolution. You will also contribute to month-end activities and help improve finance processes, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and processed in line with company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and expense claims accurately and promptly.
• Check invoices against purchase orders, receipts and approval requirements.
• Allocate invoices to the correct supplier accounts, nominal codes and cost centres.
• Prepare and support supplier payment runs in line with agreed terms.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to supplier and internal queries professionally and efficiently.
• Monitor accounts payable inboxes and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support month-end activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with finance policies, approval processes and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and undertake other finance duties as required.

About You

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and methodical, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

You will have:

• Experience in accounts payable, purchase ledger or finance administration.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Confidence using finance systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A practical approach to resolving queries and investigating discrepancies.
• An understanding of purchase order processes and financial controls.
• A trustworthy, discreet and collaborative approach to your work.
• A relevant finance qualification would be an advantage.

What We Offer

• A varied role within a supportive and friendly team.
• Opportunities to develop your finance and systems knowledge.
• An annual salary of £26,500- £28,500 dependent on experience.
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Benefits package including: Company pension, holiday buy scheme, private medical care after 1 year service.
• The option to work from home 1 day per week.

If you think you would be suited to this role, we would love to hear from you. The closing date for applications is 30th October 2026.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive workforce.