Finance Officer; Accounts Payable

Finance Officer – AP

Location:

Hampshire

Contract:

Temporary (2 months)
Salary: 14.36 umbrella / 16.09 PAYE Inclusive / 17.66 PAYE Exclusive

Start Date:

ASAP

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a housing association in Hampshire for an Accounts Payable Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be responsible for dealing with the receipt, distribution and payment of supplier invoices including arranging and monitoring the approval process to ensure no delays to suppliers and a high level of customer service to suppliers.

• Process supplier invoices accurately and promptly to ensure timely payments, maintain accurate ledgers, and support positive supplier relationships.
• Deliver excellent customer service by handling calls, emails, and queries from suppliers, residents, and internal departments through to resolution.
• Monitor and manage invoice approval workflows, redistributing tasks where necessary and investigating and resolving rejected invoices promptly.
• Reconcile supplier statements and ensure direct debit invoices are processed on time to maintain accurate supplier accounts and financial records.

• Experienced in working within a fast–paced Accounts Payable environment, managing high‑volume invoicing while maintaining accuracy and compliance with financial controls.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly numerate and IT proficient, with strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills; experience with Workday Finance and AAT qualification desirable.