Accounts Payable Assistant

Reference: 259023133_1778842980

Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant
£13 per hour | Full-time | Hybrid working

Butler Rose is working with a well-established organisation to recruit a Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant to support the finance team with clearing a backlog of invoices.

This is a full-time temporary assignment expected to last 3-6 months, offering a great opportunity for someone with Accounts Payable experience to step into a busy, hands-on role.

The Role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Accounts Payable function, with a key focus on processing a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Processing purchase invoices and resolving queries
  • Matching, batching and coding invoices
  • Liaising with suppliers to resolve discrepancies
  • Supporting the wider finance team during a busy period
  • Helping to reduce and clear the existing invoice backlog

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Finance Assistant role
  • Comfortable working with high-volume invoice processing
  • Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
  • Confident communicator with suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Available at short notice or within a short notice period

The Package

  • £13 per hour
  • Full-time hours
  • Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
  • Friendly and supportive team environment

If you are immediately available (or available at short notice) and would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your CV or get in touch with Matt Jones for more info on [email protected]

Butler Rose is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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Added 15/05/2026
Reference: 259023133_1778842980

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