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Trainee Accountant - Accounts Payable

TRP RECRUITMENT

Watford

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join their Accounts Payable team in Watford. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn the fundamentals of financial accounting while supporting invoice processing, payment reconciliation, and record maintenance. The successful candidate will develop essential skills in a dynamic environment, ensuring timely payments and accurate financial documentation. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong numerical and communication skills, and are eager to grow in the accounting field, this position is perfect for you. Join a vibrant team and embark on your accounting career with a reputable company!

Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail and good communication skills are essential.
  • Numerical and organisational skills are crucial for this role.

Responsibilities

  • Process supplier invoices and ensure accurate matching to purchase orders.
  • Assist with bank reconciliations and maintain financial records.
  • Support cash flow reporting and answer supplier queries.

Skills

Attention to detail
Communication skills
Problem-solving skills
Organisational skills
Numerical skills
Customer service skills
Persistence and determination

Job description

We are recruiting for a Trainee Accountant in Accounts Payable at a successful fashion company based in Watford.

As a Trainee Accountant supporting Accounts Payable, you'll assist in processing invoices, reconciling payments, and maintaining accurate records, while learning the fundamentals of financial accounting and accounts payable procedures.

Main Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices.
  • Ensure invoices are accurately matched to purchase orders.
  • Enter invoice details into the accounting system.
  • Prepare and process payments to suppliers, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
  • Assist with bank reconciliations.
  • Monitor bank accounts and authorise online payments.
  • Maintain accurate records of invoices, payments, and supplier information.
  • File and organise financial documents.
  • Assist with month-end procedures.
  • Answer queries from suppliers and other departments.
  • Support cash flow reporting.
  • Undertake other reasonable duties as directed by the Accounts Payable Coordinator.

Person Specification:

  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Numerical skills.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Persistence and determination.
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