Accounts Payable Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as an Accounts Payable Assistant at Futamura, Wigton.

Futamura is a major global manufacturer of sustainable, plant-based cellulose films, including the renowned NatureFlex™ compostable films. Futamura processes responsibly sourced wood pulp into sustainable flexible packaging and labelling solutions used by brands worldwide.

What is this role?

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will ensure goods and invoices received are accounted for in a timely manner, with appropriate controls of checking price, quantity and approval.

Key Responsibilities:

• Booking Goods received onto the system
• Processing Supplier Invoices and Credits
• Matching of Invoices with Purchase Orders, checking price and quantity
• Ensure issues are followed up, escalate as necessary
• Reconciling Supplier Statements
• Ensure timely payment to Suppliers

Reports to:

• Accounts Team Leader

What experience and skills will you need?

• 2 years (essential) experience in accounting
• GCSE (essential) A Levels / AAT or equivalent (desirable)
• Experience working within an accounting function

Required Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication
• Problem solving mindset and able to think critically
• Able to work well in a team
• Self-motivated and able to manage own tasks/workload
• Attention to detail
• IT Literate and strong Excel skills
• Alignment to our key business values – Helping each other, Doing the right thing & making tomorrow better than today

What are we offering in return?

In return we offer a competitive salary, bonus scheme, 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, Defined Contribution pension scheme, Life Assurance cover, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Working (hybrid working considered), a Wellbeing Day, Health cash back plan and private medical insurance.

Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Apply now by e-mailing an up-to-date CV and covering letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role to hr.futamura@futamuragroup.com.

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Full-time and part-time considered

Contract: Temporary (6 months, with the possibility of extension)

Closing Date: 7^th August 2026