Senior Accounts Payable Assistant

BRE

. Manage the accounts payable inbox and act as the central point for supplier invoice and payment queries .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeWatford • United KingdomSenior💰 £31,000 - £33,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Accounts Payable processes, including invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier statement reconciliation, while ensuring compliance with VAT regulations and financial accuracy. Strong ability to manage workloads effectively and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within finance operations.

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Accounts Payable ManagementDynamics 365 Accounts PayableVAT CompliancePayment Run PreparationSupplier Statement Reconciliation

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Hard Skills

Invoice ProcessingCredit Note ProcessingDiscrepancy InvestigationExpense ProcessingCash Allocation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationRelationship BuildingWorkload ManagementDeadline Orientation

Tools & Technologies

Dynamics 365AgressoFinancial Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

AAT Qualification

Industry Keywords

Accounts PayableFinancial RegulationsMonth-End ProcessesAudit PreparationContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the accounts payable inbox and act as the central point for supplier invoice and payment queries
Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately, ensuring correct coding and adherence to agreed terms
Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Prepare and process payment runs within agreed timeframes and authorisation limits
Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve outstanding items
Process employee expenses in line with company policy
Complete company credit card reconciliations
Allocate cash within financial systems, including Dynamics 365 and Agresso
Ensure accurate VAT coding and compliance with relevant financial regulations
Support month-end processes and assist with audit preparation and documentation
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within accounts payable processes
Report to the AP Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in accounts payable
Strong working knowledge of Accounts Payable modules within Dynamics 365
Solid understanding of VAT and relevant regulatory requirements within accounts payable
Experience preparing payment runs and reconciling supplier statements
Ability to manage invoice matching, query resolution, and discrepancy investigation
Experience processing employee expenses and company credit card reconciliations
Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in financial transactions
Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
Experience supporting month-end processes and audit preparation
Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Experience with Agresso, international accounts payable processes, or process automation tools (desirable)
AAT qualification (desirable)
Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement within finance operations at BRE
Must be within commuting distance of the Watford office
Must attend in person 3 times per week during the initial 2-week training period

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
Enhanced maternity package
HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
Hybrid working with flexibility to work from home 5 days per week after training
Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
Professional membership reimbursement