Accounts Payable Assistant (3 months FTC)
Fixed Term - Full TimeJob Overview
As part of an exciting transformation programme, Pasta Evangelists is refreshing its finance
systems. While we are designing and implementing these new systems, we require additional
support within our Accounts Payable (AP) department.
The AP Assistant will provide hands-on support throughout the AP cycle during the three-month
transition period. This is a critical role in ensuring that invoices are processed accurately and on time, that suppliers are managed effectively and that month-end deadlines are met, thereby enabling the wider finance team to focus on systems implementation and process improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their finance career to gain experience in a fast-paced, growing business.
systems. While we are designing and implementing these new systems, we require additional
support within our Accounts Payable (AP) department.
The AP Assistant will provide hands-on support throughout the AP cycle during the three-month
transition period. This is a critical role in ensuring that invoices are processed accurately and on time, that suppliers are managed effectively and that month-end deadlines are met, thereby enabling the wider finance team to focus on systems implementation and process improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their finance career to gain experience in a fast-paced, growing business.
What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists
- Accurately and promptly process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and authorisation.
- Support the onboarding of suppliers, including maintaining accurate records and completing the necessary checks.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
- Help prepare and execute weekly and monthly payment runs.
- Respond promptly and professionally to queries from suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Support month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
- Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies.
- Provide ad hoc assistance with finance and systems-related tasks during the transition period.
Who you are
- Previous experience in an accounts payable or finance administration role.
- Confident in your use of Excel, including pivot tables, lookups and formulas.
- Experience of using Xero or a similar accounting system would be an advantage.
- You pay close attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work.
- Organised and able to meet deadlines effectively.
- You communicate clearly and professionally in both writing and speech.
- Proactive and reliable, and you are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
- You are looking to develop your finance experience within a dynamic, growing company.
- …A pasta lover!