Interim Accounts Payable Assistant – Hybrid

Company: Hays Accountancy and Finance
Apply for the Interim Accounts Payable Assistant – Hybrid
Location: Leicester
Job Description:

Job Description

Your new companyn A large and well-established organisation is looking to strengthen its Transactional Finance team with the addition of several Accounts Payable Assistants within a busy shared services environment, the team is continuing to invest in additional resources to support increasing transaction volumes and ongoing service improvements. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance function where individuals are encouraged to utilise their strengths while gaining exposure across a broad range of finance activities.

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Your new rolen As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a high-volume Transactional Finance team may include:

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  • Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
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  • Managing supplier queries and resolving discrepancies
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  • Supporting payment runs
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  • Supplier statement reconciliations
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  • Maintaining accurate supplier account records
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  • Investigating outstanding invoices and payments
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  • Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
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  • Supporting workflow management activities
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  • Producing reports and analysing data using Excel
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  • Assisting with wider transactional finance processes as required
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We are keen to speak with candidates from Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, Finance Assistant and broader Transactional Finance backgrounds. The team adopts a flexible approach, allowing responsibilities to be aligned to individual strengths and experience, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to broaden their skills and develop within a busy finance function role offers flexibility, with responsibilities tailored to your experience and areas of strength, allowing you to develop a broad understanding of the finance function rather than being restricted to one specific area.

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What you'll need to succeed

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  • Previous Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Transactional Finance experience
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  • Experience working within a high-volume processing environment
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  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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  • Experience managing supplier queries and account discrepancies
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  • Good Excel skills including Pivot Tables and Lookups
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  • A proactive and adaptable approach to work
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What you'll get in return

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  • Initial assignment through to the end of January, with strong potential for extension and permanent opportunities
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  • Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days home)
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  • Flexible working arrangements
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  • 37-hour working week
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  • Opportunity to join a large and supportive finance team
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  • Exposure to a variety of transactional finance activities
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  • Immediate start available
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  • Free on-site parking
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  • Competitive hourly rate based on your expectations and experience
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Posted: October 3rd, 2026