Accounts Payable Assistant

Role overview

We are seeking an organised and detail-focused Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy Finance function. This role suits someone with prior accounts experience who thrives in a fast-moving environment and takes pride in producing accurate work.

About the business

Company Shop Group, part of Biffa Waste, is the UK’s largest commercial redistributor of surplus food and household items. The organisation helps major retailers, manufacturers, food service companies and logistics providers recover value from surplus stock that might otherwise go to waste. Products are redistributed through Company Shop stores and the award-winning social enterprise Community Shop, which supports stronger individuals and more confident communities. The business positions itself as creating positive impact through commercial activity.

What the role involves

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will help ensure supplier invoices are checked, matched and processed within required timescales. You will investigate differences between documents, keep records in order and support timely payment runs.

• Compare stock invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Look into and resolve differences in pricing or quantities.
• Enter invoices accurately into the Navision system.
• Develop constructive relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Work with colleagues across departments to answer queries and close issues quickly.
• Keep invoice filing accurate, secure and up to date.
• Support the team in meeting all payment deadlines.
• Handle general administrative tasks as needed.
• Assist other areas of the wider Finance team when required.
• Help maintain a strong Health & Safety culture by following procedures and escalating concerns or near misses.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will be motivated, well organised and comfortable working collaboratively. You should be able to manage a busy workload while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

• Experience in an Accounts or Finance department in a busy setting.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to deal with a large volume of work efficiently.
• Proactive, self-driven approach to work.
• Good IT capability, especially in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting systems; Navision knowledge would be useful but is not essential.
• Strong organisation, prioritisation and time-management skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues across the organisation.

Benefits

• Free Company Shop membership for you plus 10 nominees.
• Annual flu vaccinations, high street and leisure vouchers, and on-site parking.
• On-site café, complimentary tea and coffee, and Free Fruit Friday.
• Employee Assistance Programme through Grocery Aid.
• Eligibility for Costco membership, Cycle to Work, and UK fuel card discounts.
• Contributory pension scheme with a wider benefits package that includes life cover and wellbeing support.

Working pattern and location

This is a hybrid role with 4 days on site and 1 day working from home. The position is based at Company Shop Head Office, Wentworth Industrial Park 1-4 Wentworth Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3DH. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 5:00pm.

Pay

The salary for this position is £27,726 per year.

Why this role could suit you

This opportunity offers a supportive team environment where your contribution will be recognised and where you can further develop your skills within a growing, dynamic organisation.