Accounts Payable Assistant

Capital City College Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital City College is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join the finance team in London. This full-time, permanent role records and processes invoices in Proactis and SUN, ensuring proper authorisation and coding, and liaises with staff and suppliers to resolve invoicing queries.

You will join a friendly team of five, with a commitment to high-quality support, equality and safeguarding, including a DBS check where required.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Confidence working with systems, including experience with P2P systems is desirable.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Record and process invoices for supplier payments in Proactis and SUN.
• Ensure that all documents are properly authorised and coded.
• Liaise with college staff and suppliers regarding invoicing queries.
• Support the accounts payable function to deliver efficient service across the college.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Clear communication

Proactive attitude

P2P systems experience

Tools

P2P systems

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below.

Make a Meaningful Impact Behind the Scenes at Capital City College

Are you ready to make an impact at one of London’s leading Further Education providers? Capital City College is looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Assistant to support and drive key operational functions, helping shape the future of education in the heart of London.

About the Role

This role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis.

To work as part of an integrated finance team to deliver an efficient and effective accounts payable service to all College staff and wider stakeholders. To record and process all invoices in respect of supplier payments, in both Proactis and SUN, in the accounting systems. To ensure that all documents are properly authorised and appropriately coded. To liaise with college staff, suppliers regarding queries on all aspects of invoicing and processing.

About the Team

You will join a friendly, professional team committed to delivering high-quality support across the college. Working together, you’ll help create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

You will be joining a dynamic and supportive team of 5 colleagues who are committed to excellence. The team has a strong collaborative culture, sharing best practice and innovative approaches.

About You

We’re looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent service. You should bring:

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Confidence working with systems and processes, including experience in working with P2P systems is desirable
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt

Most importantly, you’ll be ready to make a positive contribution to our college community.

About Us:

Capital City College (CCC),one of the UK’s largest FE colleges in the UK. This influential group supports over35,000 studentsbased across 12 London campusesannually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.

Why Join Capital City College?

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that puts learners first. At CCC, we value the dedication of our staff and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to TELLUS – our discount and wellbeing platform
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme
• Interest‑free season ticket loans for public transport
• Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles
• Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services
• Medicash health plans – including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family
• Generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year
• Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development

Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone.

CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check — with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.

Our Values

To create a future that’s uniquely yours.

As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your interests and aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real-world success.

Studying at our campuses isn’t just about good grades. It’s being part of a community within a community, that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of London itself. Where every background and perspective are celebrated, and everyone feels they belong.

As teachers and staff, we’re all driven by you –getting to know you, helping you feel valued and giving you hands‑on support every step of the way. Whether you’re a creative spirit, a tech whiz, or a business mastermind, together we’ll create a future that’s uniquely yours.

Real-life learning

Practical and personal, we provide valuable skills and knowledge that you can apply in the real world.

Connected community

Welcoming and open-minded, we create a community of people and businesses where you feel valued, supported, and confident to grow.

Expanded horizons

Innovating and inspiring, we help you become and achieve more than you thought was possible.