Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant | Knutsford | Growing Business | Career Progression Looking to level up your finance career? My client is a fast-growing, forward-thinking services business based in Knutsford, and they’re on the lookout for a sharp, detail-loving Accounts Payable Assistant to join their expanding Group Finance team. This isn’t your standard AP role — you’ll be working across multiple entities, getting real exposure to a dynamic group structure, and playing a key part in keeping the engine of the business running smoothly. What you’ll be getting stuck into: * Owning the purchase-to-pay process across the group * Processing invoices accurately and on time (no backlog chaos here!) * Coding costs correctly across departments and entities * Handling supplier queries like a pro — solving problems, not creating them * Managing expenses and company cards across the business * Posting cashbooks and allocating payments * Reconciling supplier statements and spotting discrepancies * Supporting cash flow forecasting (you’ll actually see the bigger picture!) * Getting involved in month-end close * Keeping VAT checks tight and compliant * Suggesting smarter, more efficient ways of doing things What they’re looking for: * Super organised with killer attention to detail * Able to juggle tasks and hit deadlines without breaking a sweat * Confident communicator — both internally and with suppliers * Comfortable working across multiple entities * Proactive, reliable, and takes pride in accuracy * Someone who wants to learn, grow, and progress Bonus points if you have: * Previous experience in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger * Exposure to a multi-entity environment * Solid understanding of accounting basics * Strong Excel skills Why this role? * Be part of a growing business where you can actually make an impact * Gain exposure to a group-level finance function * Clear opportunity to develop your career If you’re looking for a role where you’re more than just processing invoices — and want to be part of something growing and exciting — this could be the one