Accounts Payable Administrator / Accounts Assistant

Internal Recruiter · UK wide

Accounts Payable Administrator / Accounts Assistant at Internal Recruiter, across the UK. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
UK wide
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
26 Aug 2026
Sector
Administrator

Reference https://arcgroup.co.uk/job/accounts-payable-administrator-accounts-assistant/

About the role

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger professional who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment?

Do you enjoy processing high volumes of invoices whilst maintaining exceptional attention to detail?

Our client is looking for an Accounts Administrator to join their established finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong purchase ledger experience who is looking to join a stable, growing business where there are genuine opportunities to develop into a broader accounts role.

The Role

You’ll play a key role within a busy finance department, taking ownership of high-volume purchase ledger processing while supporting the wider accounts function.

Duties will include:

  • Processing high volumes of manual and EDI purchase invoices
  • Matching, checking and coding invoices
  • Resolving supplier invoice queries and discrepancies
  • Supporting supplier payment runs
  • Assisting with sales ledger and credit control activities
  • Allocating customer payments and reconciling accounts
  • Supporting month-end processes
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity
  • Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal departments to resolve queries

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to speak with candidates who have:

  • Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Accounts Assistant role
  • Experience processing a high volume of invoices accurately
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a busy workload
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills
  • Excellent communication skills and a professional telephone manner
  • A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Experience with EDI invoice processing would be advantageous but isn’t essential.

What’s on Offer?

  • Join a friendly and supportive finance team
  • Stable and growing business
  • Genuine opportunities for career progression and development
  • Varied role with exposure to wider accounts functions
  • Full training provided on internal systems

If you’re an experienced Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.

If you have any questions please dont hesitate in contacting Simon Rapley – [email removed]

ARC Recruitment operates in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act 1973, the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, and all applicable UK employment legislation. We are committed to equal opportunities and comply with the Equality Act 2010 and all relevant data protection laws, including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Tagged as: Commercial

Reference: https://arcgroup.co.uk/job/accounts-payable-administrator-accounts-assistant/ · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 26 Aug 2026 · Listed via Internal Recruiter

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