Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment are delighted to be supporting our oil services client to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant on a full-time permanent basis. The role will be based from our clients’ offices in Kingswells with hybrid working on offer.

The Opportunity

The Accounts Payable Assistant will play a key role in processing invoices, maintaining strong vendor relationships and supporting accurate financial reporting. Key responsibilities include:

Processing and verifying invoices for payment
Managing invoices received in the Accounts Payable mailbox and uploading them to Validation Station
Ensuring invoices are complete and accurate using a “right-first-time” approach
Coding manual non‑purchase order invoices to vessels/cost centres and the appropriate general ledger
Forwarding invoices for approval and posting approved invoices
Preparing and processing bi‑weekly payment runs via BACS and manual methods within agreed terms
Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date accounts payable records
Proactively reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies
Supporting audits by providing required documentation
Communicating with vendors regarding payment queries
Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the AP function
Completing call‑back checks for any vendor bank detail changes

Background & Experience

The ideal candidate will:

Have strong attention to detail
Demonstrate initiative and the ability to meet tight deadlines
Possess excellent communication skills
Experience in a similar account payable or finance support role

Flexibility & Benefits

37.5‑hour working week
Hybrid working arrangement
Flexibility around working hours
Supportive and engaging working environment

Next Steps

If you are looking to take the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is right for you, this could be an excellent opportunity.

To apply, please send your CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please contact Leah McCrea at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment.

Only candidates eligible to work in the UK can be considered, as sponsorship is not available.

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