Accounts Payable Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Accounts Payable (full time or part time) β We are a highly respected electrical wholesale company who are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our team based in Chelmsford on a full-time or part-time basis (minimum of 25 hours per week).
As the Accounts Payable Assistant you will take on a variety of administration and general office duties to support a busy sales team, including:
Β· Processing Goods Received paperwork on to in-house system.
Β· Processing and posting of Supplier Invoices through in-house system.
Β· Purchase ledger and processing customer credits.
Β· Filing paperwork in a timely manner.
Β· Daily banking reconciliation.
This is a critical role to support the smooth running of the sales office so the ideal candidate will have experience of working in a similar accountsor office-based role providing similar support. Have English and Maths, minimum of grade C/4 or above. Strong numerical skills with attention to detail and IT literate. You will have the ability to work in an organised way and manage time effectively.
We are looking for someone who is looking for full-time or part-time working minimum of 25 hours per week. The office is manned Monday to Friday (8 am to 6 pm). On offer a salary is a competitive salary (depending on experience) which will be pro-rate for part time role. There is the opportunity to earn annual bonus. Holiday entitlement is 25 Days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time hours) and free onsite parking. Although looking for someone to be full-time or part-time, will consider a job share for the role too (part time hours to be discussed at interview stage).
If you have the relevant skills and experience and would like to join this company, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV (including your contact telephone number and email address) advising if you are looking for full or part time hours as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chelmsford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Accounts payable: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accounts Payable Assistant roles across Edmundson Electrical Ltd (Chelmsford)'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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