Interim Accounts Payable

Your New Company A well-established education organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join their finance team on a short-term basis.

This organisation plays a vital role within its local community and is looking for a proactive finance professional to provide immediate support during a busy period.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Your New Role This is a fully on-site Finance Officer position on an initial 6-8 week temporary contract, requiring someone who can hit the ground running and support the smooth running of the finance function.

The role will have a strong focus on purchase ledger activities alongside wider transactional finance duties, including:

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and investigating discrepancies.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving outstanding queries.
• Preparing supplier payment runs in line with agreed schedules.
• Maintaining supplier records and creditor accounts.
• Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes.
• Assisting with bank and control account reconciliations.
• Supporting financial reporting and management information preparation.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding finance queries.
• Supporting audit requirements and maintaining strong financial controls.

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have proven experience working within a finance function, particularly in purchase ledger or accounts payable.

Qualifications and Experience

• You will also possess: Previous experience processing invoices, reconciliations and supplier accounts.
• Experience working with computerised finance systems.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience would be advantageous.

What You'll Get in Return

• Immediate start available.
• Initial 6-8 week temporary assignment.
• Fully on-site role.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Weekly pay.
• Opportunity to join a supportive and friendly finance team.
• Valuable experience within a busy and professional finance environment.

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