Accounts Payable Administrator

An Accounts Administrator for a UK client is responsible for managing a range of financial tasks, including bookkeeping, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate transaction records to support effective business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile company accounts, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Process bank deposits, payments to suppliers and partners, and manage weekly payment runs.
• Prepare, send, and store invoices; follow up with clients for timely payments and resolve related queries.
• Oversee and perform statement reconciliations and handle discrepancies in documentation.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of tax forms and financial reports.
• Maintain and update internal accounting databases and spreadsheets, ensuring data accuracy.
• Support the finance department with analysis of transaction records and compliance with regulations.
• Potentially oversee other staff in large organizations, allocating tasks and providing training.
• Process and control credit card and petty cash payments, reconcile ledgers, and assist with payroll and pensions.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accounts Administrator, Accounts Assistant, or similar role.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping procedures, accounting software, and Excel.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail for accurate data entry and analysis.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Good communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Familiarity with tax filing procedures and financial compliance.
• Formal education in finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred.