Accounts Payable Assistant

ClearScore; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Private health and dental cover

GP visits

Life assurance

Up to 6% matched pension

Breakfast and snacks

Dog-friendly office

Flexible learning opportunities

Continued learning and development

No fixed desk hours

Job summary

ClearScore, based in London, is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to support our growing Finance team. You will own the aged creditors ledger, process invoices across all ClearScore entities, and help scale controls as the business expands globally.

The role offers opportunities to learn and progress, with potential study funding toward AAT, CIMA or ACCA, and exposure to multiple business units within ClearScore.

Qualifications

• Numerate and detail-oriented with a proven track record.
• Experience in accounts payable or finance administration in a fast-growth environment.
• Familiarity with AP processing software and supplier reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Own the aged creditors ledger and clear outstanding balances.
• Process supplier invoices with correct coding and approvals.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs for timely supplier payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage end-to-end purchase order process and PO matching.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Proactive problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Strong educational background with numeracy

Tools

Tipalti

Sage Intacct

Job description

ClearScore is searching for a talented Accounts Payable Assistant on a permanent basis. You will be joining our Finance team, based in London, to support ClearScore’s continued growth across the UK, South Africa, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, and across each of its business units (ClearScore, DriveScore and D

• One).

We are looking for a dependable, bright and ambitious individual who thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment. You’ll take ownership of the day-to-day accounts payable processes across our global operations, helping ensure our suppliers are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining strong financial controls and resolving outstanding balances. We’ll also fund study towards gaining your accounting qualification (AAT, CIMA or ACCA), along with providing significant opportunities to learn by working closely with our Finance team.

What you will be doing:

• Own the aged creditors ledger, taking responsibility for reviewing and clearing historical and outstanding balances and ensuring issues are investigated and resolved promptly
• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently across all ClearScore Group entities, ensuring they are correctly coded, approved and submitted for payment
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time
• Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items
• Manage the end-to-end purchase order process and ensure invoices are appropriately matched and processed
• Act as a key point of contact for employee and supplier-related purchase order, invoice and payment queries
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and support strong financial controls that can scale effectively with the business
• Support the management of ClearScore’s employee expense reimbursement process and ensure claims are in line with company policy
• Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes, increase efficiency and leverage technology to automate tasks

Skills We'd Love You To Have:

• An impressive educational background, demonstrating a high level of numeracy and a track record of sustained achievement
• Some experience in accounts payable or a finance administration role, preferably within a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Experience of processing invoices, reconciling supplier statements and supporting payment runs
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to take ownership of outstanding balances and see issues through to resolution
• Familiarity with accounts payable processing software (Tipalti and/or Sage Intacct is advantageous)
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills, with the willingness to learn and develop
• A proactive approach, with a drive to continuously improve processes, increase efficiency and leverage technology to automate tasks
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and take ownership in a fast-moving environment

Why ClearScore?

ClearScore is the UK's #1 credit score and report app. We are also present in South Africa, Australia and Canada, with more than 20 million users globally and growing fast. Someone joins ClearScore every 20 seconds. We have established relationships with over 50 of the main lenders in the U.K., and have been a trusted tool for customers to manage their credit and make better financial decisions. Since October 2016 we have helped 1.8 million users take out a new credit card or loan. We are user-centric at our core and we believe in leveraging technology to enable positive financial choices. We are design-led and data-driven and we embed these behaviours in everything we do. Our company culture is a fundamental part of all we have achieved. We believe in hiring smart, driven, passionate and diverse people who are keen on having a real impact in our organisation. We trust you to manage your own time so we offer flexible work and no fixed desk hours. We don't micromanage and we believe in measuring outcomes rather than effort. We have an inclusive culture where all, regardless of seniority, are encouraged to contribute with their ideas, look after their wellbeing and actively seek opportunities for career growth.

Benefits:

• 25 paid holidays and a "duvet day" on your birthday
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Private health and dental cover - including mental health support through Bupa
• GP office visits
• Life assurance scheme
• Up to 6% matched pension
• Regular Lunch and Learns with guest speakers
• Dog-friendly office
• Daily breakfast and free snacks
• Access to discounts via Cobens Extras
• Free sports and social clubs
• Continued investment into learning and development
• Leadership-led training
• In-house psychotherapist
• Financial coach to help you plan and achieve your goals
• No clock-watching culture
• Generous maternity and paternity plans
• Culture and inclusion representatives
• Transparent pay structure and a career growth plan

Equal Opportunities

ClearScore is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, we are able to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate individuals with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please inform us in advance, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Our Hybrid Model

• Levels 1-5: Minimum 2 days per week in-office
• Level 6 and above: Minimum 3 days per week in-office

We believe this structure offers the best of both worlds - the flexibility of remote work and the synergy of face-to-face collaboration. Our office days are carefully coordinated to maximise team interactions and learning/ mentorship opportunities.

What This Means for You:

• Flexibility to manage your work and life
• Dedicated in-office days for team building and collaborative projects
• Office facilities (with plants!) designed for productive interactions
• Clear expectations and support for maintaining our hybrid schedule

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that accommodates diverse needs while maintaining our collaborative culture. Join us in shaping the future of work!

Note: While we offer flexibility, commitment to our hybrid schedule is an important aspect of our team culture and performance expectations.

Inclusion Policy

We are always looking for talented individuals to join ClearScore. We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. Please see our People Policy Notice at https://www.clearscore.com/people-notice.