Accounts Payable Administrator

Bca UK; Portbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adp

Access to trained Mental Health First?

Job summary

BCA UK is looking for an Accounts Payable Administrator in Portbury to manage outgoing payments, match invoices to PO documents, and reconcile supplier accounts. The role requires accuracy and strong communication with suppliers and internal teams.

The position is permanent, with standard hours and a focus on timely payments and policy compliance within a leading UK vehicle remarketing group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a clerical role is highly valued.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel beneficial.
• High accuracy in data entry and the ability to identify discrepancies or fraudulent invoices.
• Excellent verbal and written skills for supplier and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Invoice processing: Receive, verify, and enter supplier invoices and employee expense reports into the accounting system.
• Three-way matching: Reconcile invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents to ensure accuracy before authorising payments.
• Payment management: Assist with scheduling and executing payment runs (BACS).
• Account reconciliation: Review monthly supplier statements, reconcile accounts, and resolve payment discrepancies or outstanding balances.
• Vendor communication: Address and resolve payment queries and disputes with external suppliers and internal departments.
• Month-end support: Assist with month-end closing activities, including preparing accruals and maintaining detailed transaction records.
• Additional: Performing other ad hoc finance tasks as required.

Skills

Clerical experience

Microsoft Excel

Data entry accuracy

Verbal and written communication

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Administrator

Location: Portbury

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (8:30am-5:00pm)

Job Status: Permanent

Join the UK’s largest B2B used vehicle service

At BCA, we’re altogether, more. More than just a normal vehicle remarketing company. More than just any other place to work. We’re Europe's largest vehicle remarketing company, the backbone of the UK’s automotive supply chain, the best place to build the career you want.

Main Purpose of The Role:

To manage outgoing payments, matching invoices to purchase orders, processing supplier payments, and reconciling supplier accounts. Ensure financial records are accurate, invoices are paid on time to maintain supplier relationships, and that BCA company purchasing policies are strictly followed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Receive, verify, and enter supplier invoices and employee expense reports into the accounting system.
• Three-Way Matching: Reconcile invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents to ensure accuracy before authorising payments.
• Payment Management: Assist with scheduling and executing payment runs (BACS).
• Account Reconciliation: Review monthly supplier statements, reconcile accounts, and resolve payment discrepancies or outstanding balances.
• Vendor Communication: Address and resolve payment queries and disputes with external suppliers and internal departments.
• Month-End Support: Assist with month-end closing activities, including preparing accruals and maintaining detailed transaction records.
• Additional: Performing other ad hoc finance tasks as required.

Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a clerical role is highly valued.
• Computer literate and knowledge of Microsoft Excel beneficial.
• High accuracy in data entry and the ability to identify discrepancies or fraudulent invoices.
• Excellent verbal and written skills for supplier and stakeholder management.

We’ve put everything in place to ensure you thrive. Competitive salaries, strong core values and an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Onsite parking
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to BCA Rewards which provides online and store discounts with a range of retailers

And so much more…

As the automotive industry changes, we’re changing with it - putting our people in the front seat for the journey. We’re the number one in what we do for a reason and that’s because of the people we have on our teams. If you want to be a part of a business like this; unrivalled, exciting and appreciative of the work you do, join BCA.

We are proud to be Level 1 Disability Confident and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.

Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.