Accounts Payable Adviser (Full Time)

New Start; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible blended working between home/

Development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Middlesbrough Council is seeking a proactive Accounts Payable Officer to join our busy finance team. This 20-hour per week post supports our suppliers and helps ensure invoices are processed accurately and paid on time.

You will handle invoice processing, supplier queries, and reconciliations, maintaining strong supplier relationships while following financial procedures. A customer-focused, detail-oriented approach and good IT skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or similar finance environment.
• Strong written communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and resolve supplier queries.
• Reconcile accounts and ensure timely payments.
• Maintain supplier relationships and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Council to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Accounts payable

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Financial systems

Organizational skills

Team player

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Jobs

Accounts Payable Adviser

More Information

Salary

£28,153 - £29,071 pro rata

Expires

02/10/2026

Location

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Job Type

Full Time

The role

Please note that this is a 20 hour per week post.

We’re looking for a proactive and driven Accounts Payable Officer to join our busy, high-performing team, where your work will directly support the Council’s financial operations and help ensure our suppliers are paid accurately and on time.

As part of the Accounts Payable team, you’ll play a key role in maintaining efficient processes and strong supplier relationships.

In this fast-paced environment, you will be responsible for processing invoices, resolving supplier queries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring payments are made in line with agreed timescales and financial procedures.

You’ll bring a professional, customer-focused approach, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work accurately under pressure while delivering high standards of service.

About You

You’ll bring experience from a customer-focused, financial or administrative environment and be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.

You will need to have:

• Strong written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• The ability to investigate and resolve payment and invoice queries effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with a genuine team ethos.
• Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications and financial systems.

You will work closely with suppliers, service areas, and colleagues across the Council, ensuring invoices are processed efficiently and queries are resolved promptly.

Experience within an Accounts Payable or similar finance environment is highly desirable.

What We Offer

In return, we offer a supportive and forward-thinking working environment, including:

• Flexible blended working between home and our modern flagship offices.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• A welcoming, collaborative team culture within an innovated service.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while developing your career in a progressive organisation.

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

Please note this post is subject to a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Check, which includes a Verification of Criminal Record check (unspent convictions only).

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

Company: Middlesbrough Council

Salary: £28,153 - £29,071 pro rata

Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Finance

Job Role: Accountant