Accounts Payable Advisor

SSE PLC; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Online GP service

Counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity/Adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE PLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Advisor based in the Glasgow area for a permanent full-time position. You will manage supplier invoices, employee expenses, and payment requests with accuracy and timeliness while adhering to company policies.

Join SSE PLC to deliver excellent service, maintain strong stakeholder relationships, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a high-volume finance environment. The role includes flexible first options and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable with high-volume processing and query resolution.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills to support colleagues and suppliers.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving to maintain accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance systems (Oracle) and able to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment requests accurately.
• Respond to queries and build positive relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
• Follow established controls and compliance requirements to ensure accurate and secure activity.
• Contribute to team performance through idea sharing and continuous improvement.
• Work with the team to meet service levels in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

Job description

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following location MacColl House, Woodrow
Eurocentral, North Lanarkshire, ML1 4YQ

Salary: £30,684 - £36,666 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The Accounts Payable Advisor is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, employee expenses and other payment requests, ensuring payments are made efficiently and in line with company policies within a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

You will

• Process supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment requests accurately and efficiently, investigating and resolving any discrepancies to ensure timely payment.
• Deliver excellent customer service by responding to queries, providing support and building positive relationships with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Follow established processes, controls and compliance requirements to ensure all activities are completed accurately, securely and in line with relevant regulations.
• Contribute to team performance by sharing ideas, participating in team discussions and supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Work collaboratively to achieve individual and team targets, helping to meet agreed service levels within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

You have

• Experience in Accounts Payable with a good understanding of invoice & expense processing, payments and query resolution in a busy, high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and confidently support colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, enabling you to investigate issues, identify solutions and maintain high levels of accuracy.
• Good organisational and digital skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel) and finance or payment systems (preferably Oracle).
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage changing priorities, deliver high-quality work at pace and contribute to continuous improvement.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK-listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.