Accounts Payable Assistant

Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Are you looking to build your career in finance with a supportive team and a growing business? We're looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team in Witney.

Whether you're already working in accounts payable or have experience in a transactional finance role, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You'll play an important role in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time, while helping us maintain strong financial processes across the business.

If you enjoy working with numbers, have a keen eye for detail, and take pride in delivering excellent service, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in our Witney office, Monday to Friday.

• Processing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Checking approvals and supporting documentation in line with company policies.
• Managing invoice workflows and following up on outstanding approvals where needed.
• Building positive relationships with suppliers and colleagues by responding to queries professionally and promptly.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
• Supporting payment runs, reconciliations, and month-end activities.
• Escalating any issues or exceptions to the Accounts Payable Manager when appropriate.
• Helping to maintain strong financial controls and compliance within the accounts payable function.

We're interested in hearing from candidates who have:

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

Permanent