Accounts Payable Lead
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Accounting
Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Assistant -
Finance & Banking
Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance
Looking for an accounts payable role where you can take real ownership of your work, rather than simply process invoices?
H-Power is a UK clean-energy technology business developing innovative hydrogen and ammonia-based power solutions, helping industries move away from traditional diesel-powered systems.
As the business continues to develop its technology and commercial operations, there's an opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join its finance team in Dunsfold, Surrey.
Working closely with the Head of Finance and Finance Business Partners, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day accounts payable function, while getting involved in wider financial processes and improvements.
What makes this opportunity interesting?You'll have responsibility for more than invoice processing, including:
- Managing accounts payable, supplier payments and bank reconciliations.
- Supporting month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments and VAT compliance.
- Working with the supply chain team and maintaining accurate records within Sage 200.
- Identifying opportunities to improve existing finance processes and systems.
It's an opportunity to make a tangible contribution within a technology-focused business, with the autonomy to manage your workload and help improve how things are done.
What experience will you need?We're looking for someone with at least two years' experience in a similar accounts payable or finance position, alongside:
- AAT Level 3 or equivalent knowledge and experience.
- A good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and UK VAT.
- Confidence using Excel and accounting or ERP systems. Sage 200 experience would be particularly useful.
Above all, you'll be organised, accurate and comfortable taking responsibility for your own work.
Benefits:- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance with AVIVA
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Flexible working hours (37.5 hours per week, core hours 10am-4pm)
- Life insurance following probation
- Employer-funded training and professional development
- Planned company-wide performance bonus scheme
- Potential eligibility for company share options, subject to board approval
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