Finance Officer - Accounts Payable

Finance Officer – Accounts Payable

National Office, Matlock, Derbyshire –
Fixed term contract (May 2026 to April 2027) –
30 hours per week –
Office based (minimum 2 days per week) with occasional hybrid working – £24,950 per annum pro rata

• Processing Financial Transactions – Handle supplier invoices, ad hoc payments, and staff expense claims with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring correct coding and adherence to YHA’s policies and payment terms.
• Maintaining Financial Records – Reconcile supplier statements monthly, resolve discrepancies, and support hostel banking and income return reconciliations to maintain clean and accurate ledgers.
• Managing VAT and Compliance – Apply correct VAT treatment based on supply type or cost centre, and ensure all financial activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.
• Operating Financial Systems – Use SAGE X3 and associated modules (including Electronic Document Management and Access Maintain) to process payments, manage supplier records, and raise sales ledger invoices.
• Building Supplier Relationships – Act as the first point of contact for invoice and payment queries, maintaining professional relationships with suppliers and ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Supporting the Finance Team – Provide cover and assistance across the Finance function when needed, contributing to a collaborative and responsive team environment.

• Basic level accountancy training or qualification (desirable)
• Previous experience of working within a purchase ledger or finance function (desirable)
• Ability to interpret and reconcile financial data from a variety of sources
• Ability to build effective and collaborative working relationships, both internally and externally
• Good communication skills
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Good IT skills, with knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office packages
• Self‑disciplined with the ability to prioritise, organise and deliver work accurately to defined standards and time frames
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to problem‑solve

• 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family
• Access to YHA’s staff discount and cash back portal
• Free YHA Membership each year
• Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program

YHA is a social enterprise with a mission to enrich the lives of all, especially young people, by providing hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills.