Accounts Payable Assistant (2025 Graduate) - Leading Global Investment Firm - London - £30,000 + benefits
We are partnering confidentially with a leading global investment firm to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant (2025 Graduate) to join its Corporate Finance team in London. This role will support the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, playing a key part in the day-to-day operation of the accounts payable function within a professional, fast-paced investment environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a 2025 graduate looking to build a long-term career in finance. The role offers strong foundational exposure to finance operations within a high-calibre investment firm, with the opportunity over time to broaden into wider accounting responsibilities and professional development, subject to performance and business needs.
The Opportunity
Role: Accounts Payable Assistant (2025 Graduate)
Location: London
Contract: Permanent
Working model: Hybrid - 4 days per week in brand-new London offices, 1 day from home
About the Organisation
Our client is a leading international investment firm with a strong presence across Europe and North America. The organisation operates a long-term, partnership-led investment approach and is known for its high standards of governance, professionalism, and integrity.
The firm invests across a diverse range of sectors and works closely with management teams to support sustainable growth and value creation. Combining the rigour of a global financial institution with a collaborative, people-focused culture, the business offers an environment where early-career professionals can learn quickly, take responsibility, and develop within a high-calibre finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable Operations
- Accurately capture, code, and process supplier invoices using the accounts payable system.
- Monitor invoice workflows and proactively follow up on outstanding approvals.
- Investigate and resolve invoice queries and discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate supplier master data, including payment and tax details.
Payments & Controls
- Support supplier payment runs in line with internal controls and authorisation policies.
- Ensure payments are processed accurately and on time.
- Assist with payment reporting and reconciliations.
Stakeholder Interaction
- Act as a first point of contact for supplier and internal invoice queries.
- Liaise with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently and professionally.
- Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Month-End, Audit & Development Exposure
- Assist with accounts payable reconciliations and month-end close activities.
- Support internal and external audit requests.
- Gain exposure to wider accounting and finance activities as experience develops.
Your Profile
- 2025 graduate with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
- Strong attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach to work.
- Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage deadlines.
- Confident written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid Excel skills and comfort working with systems and data.
- A genuine interest in building a career in finance or accounting.
- Proactive, reliable, and keen to learn in a professional environment.
What's on Offer
- Salary: £30,000 per annum.
- Laptop and company phone provided.
- Free company breakfasts and lunches.
- Hybrid working: 4 days in brand-new London offices, 1 day from home.
- Exposure to a high-quality finance function within a global investment environment.
- Hands-on experience with a modern accounts payable platform.
- Opportunity for broader accounting exposure and professional development over time.
- Supportive, high-performing culture with clear progression potential.
