Accounts Administrator

  • Reed
  • Cannock, Staffordshire
  • May 08, 2026
Seasonal Administration

Job Description

Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant

Location: Cannock

Hours: full-time 9am to 5pm ( 4 days in office and 1 day at home )

We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to support a busy finance team on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent organisation skills and experience working in fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Processing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
  • Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
  • Posting invoices onto the finance system and ensuring correct coding
  • Preparing and assisting with supplier payment runs
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
  • Handling supplier queries via phone and email in a professional manner
  • Processing credit notes, returns and expense claims
  • Supporting month-end processes and assisting with audit requests
  • Maintaining accurate records and filing in line with company procedures

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Previous experience in an Accounts or Finance support role prefered
  • Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
  • Confident working to deadlines and managing workload volumes
  • Good communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Competent IT skills, including SAP and any other finance related systems (e.g. Sage, SAP, Oracle, Xero)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer:

  • Immediate start
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established organisation
  • Possible permanent opportunities

If you are available to start work next week and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you, please submit your CV to be considered.