Accounts Payable Test

When looking to fill an accounts payable position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. An accounts payable skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is an accounts payable skills test?

    For recruitment teams, the accounts payable skills test is an affordable and time-saving pre-employment assessment that easily demonstrates which candidates have the skills, competencies and aptitudes to be successful in the future.

    The test itself is a short, online assessment delivered to candidates via email, which they can take at home in their own time. Every candidate is presented with the same multiple-choice questions to answer, so they have the same opportunity to demonstrate their level of skill and that they can apply their knowledge in a work-based environment.

    The recruitment team will be able to see the score and results of each candidate, so they can use this data to choose the right candidates to take further in the recruitment process, saving both time and money and minimizing the risk of a bad hire.

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  1. What is an accounts payable skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the accounts payable skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures accounts payable skills
  4. Accounts Payable Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the accounts payable skills test for pre-screening?

    A candidate applying to work in accounts payable does not necessarily need a particular set of qualifications, but it is important that they have the right skills to deal with the day-to-day needs of the role.

    Many applicants for the role of an accounts payable clerk or accounts payable technician will be entry-level, but there might be a requirement for some type of AAT qualification or a specific amount of experience - which can be easy to set as a criteria for the paper sift. However, it is when it comes to the other work-related skills and aptitudes that the CV and application form might not have enough information.

    In accounts payable, the duties range from processing invoices and reconciling payments made to dealing with internal and external queries, which means that the person needs to be good with numbers, have an excellent eye for detail, and be good at communicating and working with others.

    A good knowledge of general accounting procedures will help them in this role, as they will need to be able to use various accounting software to post invoices, credit notes, purchase orders and other documents into the system, coded correctly.

    The accounts payable test is a simple and easy way for the recruitment team to decide which candidates have demonstrated that they have what it takes to be successful in the future if selected. This means that they can put the right people forward for an interview, with quantifiable and reliable data to back up their decision, taking any risk of bias out of the hiring process and making it more likely that the process will be quicker and less expensive in the long run.

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How our test measures accounts payable skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be an accounts payable clerk/ technician were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our accounts payable test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

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Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Accounts Payable Test FAQs

What are the key skills of an accounts payable specialist?

The key skills of an accounts payable specialist include numeracy and an error checking. They have to be great at communication and teamwork, and be well organized too.

When in the recruitment process should I use this test?

The accounts payable test can be used anywhere in the recruitment process, but most recruitment teams find it is more useful early in the process, usually directly after the paper sift and before any interviews.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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