Assistant Accounts Officer – Accounts Payable

ROLE OVERVIEW

PURPOSE OF JOB

The Assistant Accounts Officer (Accounts Payable) sits within the Group Finance Team based in Jersey. This is an excellent entry-level position offering great coaching, learning, and career development opportunities. The role holder will support the accounts department in managing supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate financial records related to accounts payable processes. The position requires strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently with both vendors and colleagues.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Receive, review, and process supplier invoices for payment.
• Ensure invoices are matched with purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable.
• Accurately enter invoice and payment details into the accounting system.
• Prepare payment batches; help ensure suppliers are paid on time and in line with agreed terms.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigating and resolving any discrepancies.
• Review and process employee staff expenses for payment.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records for accounts payable activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal records, company policies and relevant regulations.
• Participate in training and development activities as part of your learning journey.
• Uphold the Group’s policies and standards, ensuring legislative regulations are followed.
• Undertake any other duties as required.
• Adhere to Risk & Compliance procedures in relation to regulatory requirements and AML legislation.
• Adhere to JTC core values and expected behaviours.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Team player, ability to work well with a team.
• Eager to learn, develop new skills and build a career in Finance.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION & WELLBEING

JTC is committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive organisation where all individuals feel welcome and feel able to participate in the workplace fully. We value different perspectives, backgrounds and lived experiences. This includes supporting employee wellbeing so that people feel equipped to thrive.