Finance Officer Payables

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in purchase ledger and supplier payments?
 
We are looking for a Finance Officer to join an established finance team, supporting the smooth running of accounts payable and ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment, managing high volumes of transactions and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
 
What’s on Offer
Job type: Full-time, temporary 6 months, with a possibility of extension
Location: Chandler’s Ford
Salary: £14 p/h


Key Responsibilities

• Processing and registering supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales
• Matching invoices against authorised purchase orders and investigating discrepancies
• Managing supplier queries professionally via telephone and email
• Validating invoices and ensuring appropriate approvals are in place before payment
• Preparing and processing weekly supplier payment runs
• Maintaining accurate supplier accounts and completing regular statement reconciliations
• Setting up new supplier accounts and carrying out appropriate checks to reduce fraud risks
• Obtaining and processing credit notes where required
• Managing ad-hoc payments and processing refunds within required deadlines
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting purchase ledger performance improvements
• Ensuring invoices and supporting documentation are correctly recorded and stored

 
Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience within a finance or accounts environment
• Previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience working with high volumes of financial transactions
• Good communication skills and a professional approach to supplier queries
• Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and improving processes

 
How to Apply
If you have previous finance experience and enjoy working with figures, maintaining accurate records and building positive supplier relationships, we'd love to hear from you!
 


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