Accounts Payable Assistant

bpha; Clapham; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing association in Clapham is seeking an Accounts Payable professional for a full-time role paying £27,000 per annum. This hybrid position requires excellent numeracy, analytical, and communication skills. Responsibilities include processing ledger transactions, bank reconciliations, and managing payment runs. The candidate should be self-motivated, organized, and flexible, with experience in a customer-focused environment. Employee benefits include 28 days annual leave, private health care, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail Discounts

28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Private Health Care

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable is essential.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment is required.
• Excellent communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger transactions and maintain accurate records.
• Complete bank account reconciliations.
• Manage payment runs and ensure compliance with financial procedures.
• Review and process utility bills for properties.
• Resolve queries from internal and external customers.
• Comply with processes and escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Excellent numeracy and analytical skills

Strong interpersonal and communication abilities

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial accounting systems

Job description

£27,000 per annum
Bedford / Hybrid
Fixed Term Contract (September 2026)
Full Time
Monday - Friday 9-5pm

About the Role

• Processing purchase ledger transactions and maintaining accurate recordsli>
• Completing bank account reconciliations
• Managing payment runs and ensuring compliance with financial procedures
• Reviewing and processing utility bills for void properties and communal supplies
• Resolving queries from internal and external customers / suppliers
• Complying with processes and controls, escalating issues as needed

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Excellent numeracy and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (including Excel) skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Organised, able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to maintain confidentiality

Experience

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable
• Experience using Office (including excel) and financial accounting systems
• Background in a customer-focused environment
• Excellent communication skills

Why Join Us?

We take responsibility : We do what we say and are accountable for our actions.

We show empathy : We respect and listen to every colleague and customer.

We are better together : We value diversity and achieve more as one team.

We are ambitious : We strive for excellence and make a positive difference.

Employee Benefits

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Retail Discounts
• 28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Private Health Care
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous Pension Scheme

Are you ready to make a difference?

If you’re ready to join a committed team and make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and as such bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate.

Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.

All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references.