Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant - Bristol - North

Accountancy / Finance
Ref: 4981 Date Posted: Tuesday 23 Sep 2025

Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant
Location: Bristol
Salary: £12.50 – £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: 3-Month Temp to Perm
Start Date: ASAP

Overview:
We are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join a well-established and reputable business based in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive finance team on a 3-month temporary contract with the view to go permanent.

This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger, who is confident working in a fast-paced environment and can hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
  • Matching, batching, and coding invoices
  • Handling supplier queries and building strong relationships
  • Reconciling supplier statements
  • Assisting with payment runs
  • Supporting the finance team with month-end processes

What We're Looking For:

  • Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good communication skills and a proactive approach
  • Confident using finance/accounting systems (e.g. Sage, SAP, Oracle – desirable but not essential)
  • Immediately available or available at short notice

What’s On Offer:

  • Hourly rate: £12.50 – £15.00 depending on experience
  • Opportunity to secure a permanent position after 3 months
  • Hybrid working available after initial training period
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Immediate start

If you're ready for your next opportunity and want to work for a respected business in Bristol, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or email me on Ibrahim.mashuk@element-recruitment.co.uk.

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