Accounts Payable Assistant - Change Recruitment : Job Details

Job Title: Accounts Payable AssistantLocation:EdinburghContract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (9 months)Salary: £26,000 - £28,000

About the Role:Our client, a well-established company in Edinburgh, is looking to hire an Accounts Payable Assistant on a contract basis to support their finance team. This is a great opportunity for an individual with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and prior experience in accounts payable or finance administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and maintain accounts payable transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
• Review and match purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.
• Ensure invoices are coded and entered correctly into the accounting system.
• Prepare and process payment runs in accordance with agreed schedules.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies or queries.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve payment or invoice issues.
• Assist in month-end and year-end accounts payable processes.
• Support with ad-hoc finance projects and administrative tasks as required.

About You:

• Experience working in accounts payable, purchase ledger, or a similar finance role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoicing, reconciliation, and payments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload and meet deadlines.
• Ideally, AAT qualified or currently studying (or equivalent qualification/experience).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary or hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible working arrangements (where applicable).
• The chance to gain valuable experience in a well-established organisation.

Job Title: Accounts Payable AssistantLocation:EdinburghContract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (9 months)Salary: £26,000 - £28,000

How to Apply:If you are an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant or finance professional looking for your next contract role, please apply with your up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you!