Accounts Payable Specialist
- Contract
Chester, Cheshire
The details
Accounts Payable Specialist | Chester | Up to £27,500 | 12 month FTC
A growing financial services business is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Finance Operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build on their accounts experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Responsibilities:
- Own the end-to-end overheads process from purchase requisition to invoice matching
- Process supplier payments and reconcile statements to ensure accuracy and timeliness
- Manage fixed asset processing and reporting
- Reconcile corporate bank accounts throughout the month and at month-end
- Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting
- Support stakeholders with budget tracking and spend analysis
About You:
- AAT studier or qualified by experience
- Previous experience in accounts payable or finance admin
- Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
- Experience with SAP and Concur is a plus
- Financial services experience is desirable but not essential
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management
This is a great opportunity to gain exposure across a broad range of finance operations in a regulated environment. You'll be joining a collaborative team with a strong focus on accuracy, controls, and continuous improvement.
Interviews are taking place imminently, so please apply or send your CV to Jamie.Miller@markssattin.com
For more information on this role, feel free to contact me directly on 0161 871 7060
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a credit check and DBS check prior to starting the role.
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