Purchase Ledger

Accounts Payable Officer Full-Time | Temp to perm

Location:

Peterborough - Hybrid Working Available Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you have excellent attention to detail and enjoy working collaboratively across teams? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We are looking for a proactive and organised Accounts Payable Officer to join our finance team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the smooth processing of supplier invoices, accurate financial records, and exceptional internal service delivery.

Key Responsibilities Invoice Processing:
Handle high-volume supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment in line with agreed terms. Procurement Compliance:
Ensure all invoices contain valid purchase order (PO) or contract references and correctly match them before processing. Query Management:
Act as a point of contact for internal colleagues and suppliers, resolving queries around coding, authorisation, discrepancies, and payment status. Reconciliation:
Assist with supplier statement reconciliation and support clearing items flagged during bank reconciliation. System Oversight:
Input, review, and authorise payments via financial and banking systems. Month-End

Activities:

Support the month-end close process, including accounts payable ledger tasks and agreement of balances. What We’re Looking For

Experience:

Proven experience in a high-volume accounts payable or finance assistant role. Technical

Skills:

Strong working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Process Awareness:
Understanding of financial controls, procurement processes, and the importance of accurate documentation. Communication:
Confident in working with non-finance colleagues and able to explain invoicing and PO procedures clearly. Attention to Detail: A methodical approach with a commitment to high accuracy and timely delivery. Why Join Us? Be part of a supportive and collaborative finance team. Work in an environment that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement. Opportunities to develop your skills and gain exposure to wider finance operations.

Hybrid working options and a modern, flexible workplace culture.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career, please submit your CV to .