Job Description
Accounts Payable Assistant - Leicester - Part-Time - Permanent
15–20 Hours Per Week | Flexible Working Wednesday–Friday
£14.50–£15.00 per hour
Macildowie are working exclusively with a well-established manufacturing organisation in Leicester to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant this business has a strong reputation for quality, innovation and employee longevity. Operating for over 50 years, this business has built a collaborative and supportive culture where employees are genuinely valued.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking a flexible part-time role within a friendly and welcoming environment.
The Role
Reporting into the Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the accounts payable function while supporting wider finance and office administration activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
- Managing weekly BACS payment runs
- Maintaining the cash book and posting supplier payments
- Liaising with suppliers regarding queries and payments
- Completing month-end reconciliations
- Managing petty cash
- Ordering stationery and office supplies
- Processing incoming and outgoing post
- Providing general administrative support to the finance function
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:
- A minimum of 3 years' experience within an Accounts Payable or Finance Assistant position
- Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
- Experience managing multiple priorities effectively
- Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Experience using Sage 200 would be advantageous
- A proactive and flexible approach to work
What's on Offer
- £14.50–£15.00 per hour
- Flexible working pattern across Wednesday to Friday
- Early finish every Friday (12:30pm)
- On-site parking
- Birthday day off
- Company pension scheme
- Long service awards
- Company events and social activities
- Friendly and supportive team environment
If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a flexible part-time opportunity within a well-established business, we'd love to hear from you.
