Accounts Payable Assistant

Venn Group are working with a well-established organisation based just East of London to recruit a temp to perm Accounts Payable Officer. The role offers hybrid working (2/3 days per week on-site) and would be looking for someone who can start immediately. The role will suit an experienced AP professional who enjoys improving processes, working collaboratively across departments, and taking ownership of key finance functions. Applicants must be immediately available with prior AP experience, and should be able to drive. Key Responsibilities • Process and upload high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently • Monitor outstanding invoice approvals and liaise with stakeholders to ensure timely authorisation • Prepare and support payment runs • Carry out bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies • Manage retail income reconciliations and cash reconciliations • Conduct cash counting and processing duties • Monitor and manage shared finance email inboxes • Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and systems • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal controls Key Requirements • Proven AP experience in a complex finance function • Full driving licence and access to a vehicle • Immediately available to start a new role • Experience preparing payment runs and processing purchase invoices • Strong reconciliation experience, including bank reconciliations • Confident working with high volumes of financial data • Experience identifying and implementing process or system improvements