Accounts Payable Assistant
Edinburgh | Hybrid Working Available
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join one of Edinburgh's leading law firms?
We are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded legal practice to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their established finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative and professional environment where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the firm's purchase ledger and expense processes.
The Role
As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will be responsible for managing a high volume of invoices and payments while supporting the wider finance function. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you'll ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time, maintain robust financial controls, and contribute to the efficient operation of the firm's cashroom and finance processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing a high volume of supplier invoices, including both firm costs and client-related professional expenses and disbursements.
- Processing employee and partner expense claims, ensuring compliance with internal policies.
- Managing company credit card and virtual card transactions, including reconciliations.
- Creating and maintaining supplier records in line with risk and compliance procedures.
- Preparing weekly supplier payment runs via BACS.
- Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies.
- Uploading internal recharge costs, including travel and copying expenses, to the firm's practice management system.
- Maintaining accurate electronic records and supporting audit requirements.
- Assisting with the continuous improvement of finance processes and procedures.
- Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger position.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Experience processing high volumes of invoices.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- A proactive approach and willingness to support the wider team.
- Previous experience within a legal or professional services environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer?
- The opportunity to join a prestigious and well-respected Edinburgh law firm.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
If you're looking for your next challenge within a professional and highly respected organisation, we'd love to hear from you.