Accounts Assistant, AP Focus

  • Think Specialist Recruitment
  • Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
  • Jan 29, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Think Accountancy & Finance is partnering with a global, growing organisation to recruit an Accounts Assistant with a strong Accounts Payable focus for their Hemel Hempstead finance team.

Hybrid Global Business Study Support

This is a business that genuinely values trust, collaboration and progression. You'll be joining a supportive finance function where people are empowered, ideas are welcomed, and development is actively encouraged.

The role will suit someone who enjoys ownership of the full purchase ledger, thrives in a busy environment, and ideally has exposure to multi-currency and/or multi-site operations.



The Role

You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function, with responsibilities including:

  • End-to-end processing of Accounts Payable invoices and purchase orders

  • Managing aged creditors and supporting month-end payment runs

  • Posting bank payments, intercompany transactions and employee expenses

  • Maintaining company credit cards and completing balance sheet reconciliations

  • Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc tasks and process improvements



What We're Looking For

  • 2-3 years' experience in an Accounts Payable or finance role (essential)

  • Exposure to multi-currency and/or multi-site environments would be highly desirable

  • AAT qualification (or studying) is advantageous

  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems

  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving business

  • Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities

  • A team player who can also work independently and take ownership



Why Join?

  • Competitive salary and a strong benefits package

  • Hybrid working - up to 2 days per week from home

  • Study support for ongoing professional development

  • A positive, inclusive culture within a growing global business

  • Clear opportunity to develop and broaden your finance experience

If you're looking for your next step within a forward-thinking, international business, I'd love to tell you more.

Apply directly or contact Casey at Think Accountancy & Finance for a confidential conversation.

Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.