Account Payable Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 May 2026 |
| Location: | Tamworth, Staffordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thermo King |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR-1635 |
Summary
What's in it for you
The Accounts Payable Assistant supports the efficient, accurate, and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments. This role is responsible for maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the finance function. Knowledge of ERP systems is essential for success in this position, and familiarity with the IFS ERP system is highly desirable.
What you will do
Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payment transactions promptly and accurately.
Review and reconcile vendor statements; follow up with vendors and internal teams on discrepancies.
Ensure all invoices are properly authorized in accordance with company policies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records.
Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
Help maintain strong internal controls and compliance with financial procedures.
Collaborate with procurement, finance, and operational teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.
Support audits by providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounts payable function.
What you will bring:
Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
Knowledge of ERP systems is essential (IFS experience desirable).
Strong spreadsheet skills (e.g., Excel) are essential, including functions such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, pivot tables, and data validation.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Experience working in a shared services or multinational environment.
Understanding of procurement-to-pay (P2P) workflows and internal controls.
Knowledge of invoice automation tools or digital workflow systems.
Role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
Hybrid or on-site work arrangements may apply depending on business needs.
The Accounts Payable Assistant supports the efficient, accurate, and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments. This role is responsible for maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the finance function. Knowledge of ERP systems is essential for success in this position, and familiarity with the IFS ERP system is highly desirable.
What you will do
Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payment transactions promptly and accurately.
Review and reconcile vendor statements; follow up with vendors and internal teams on discrepancies.
Ensure all invoices are properly authorized in accordance with company policies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records.
Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
Help maintain strong internal controls and compliance with financial procedures.
Collaborate with procurement, finance, and operational teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.
Support audits by providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounts payable function.
What you will bring:
Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
Knowledge of ERP systems is essential (IFS experience desirable).
Strong spreadsheet skills (e.g., Excel) are essential, including functions such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, pivot tables, and data validation.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Experience working in a shared services or multinational environment.
Understanding of procurement-to-pay (P2P) workflows and internal controls.
Knowledge of invoice automation tools or digital workflow systems.
Role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
Hybrid or on-site work arrangements may apply depending on business needs.