Accounts Payable
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.36 to £15.9 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire, ls1 4le |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4765942_1769620793 |
Summary
Are you looking for an Accounts Payable job in Leeds with a reputable employer and a supportive team? Our client, a well-established organisation in the finance sector, is hiring an Accounts Payable Assistant for a 12-week temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals seeking career development in a collaborative and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will be responsible for:
- Accurate coding, processing, and review of purchase ledger invoices and purchase orders (POs)
- Processing employee expense claims and ensuring compliance with group expense policies
- Inputting expense claims into accounting ledgers
- Reconciling key purchase ledger control accounts
- Preparing payment runs for review, approval, and processing
- Managing supplier queries and maintaining strong vendor relationships
Candidate RequirementsWe are looking for candidates with:
- Experience in accounts payable, purchase ledger, or finance administration
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Confidence in challenging processes and escalating issues appropriately
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
- A proactive and self-motivated approach to work
- Awareness of financial regulations and industry developments
You should be comfortable working with financial data and systems.
What You'll Get in Return
- A professional and inclusive workplace culture
- A supportive finance team that values collaboration and growth
- The opportunity to work with a reputable employer in Leeds
- Exposure to a dynamic finance environment with real career development potential
- Competitive hourly rate
- Hybrid Working and a central Leeds office location
What you need to do now
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