Accounts Payable Finance Assistant-T7323

Riverside; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing association is seeking an Accounts Payable Finance Assistant in Liverpool to manage the processing of invoices and payments effectively. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts payable, proficiency in MS Excel, and strong communication skills. Riverside offers competitive pay, flexible working options, and a commitment to personal development.

Benefits

28 days holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Investment in personal development

Qualifications

• Experience in making customer payments within an accounts payable department.
• Basic knowledge of financial controls.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a full range of administrative and financial activities.
• Ensure effective processing of invoices and timely payments to contractors and suppliers.
• Provide clear and supportive advice on Accounts Payable policies.

Skills

Customer payments experience

Proficient in MS Excel

Excellent communication skills

Results-oriented

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Finance Assistant

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £24,812.12 (£27,254.89 after 12 months of successful performance)

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Location: Liverpool / Hybrid

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. Riverside recruits based on potential, not just skills and experience, so we encourage applications even if you don't meet all the essential criteria.

The role of Accounts Payable Finance Assistant

In this role, you will carry out a full range of administrative and financial activities to ensure effective processing of invoices and timely payments to contractors and suppliers. You will utilize Kontrolla, One Marketplace, and OPEN processing, resolving issues and queries in line with policies and procedures. Ideally, you will provide clear, supportive, and accurate advice to suppliers and colleagues on Accounts Payable policies and procedures, including coaching on IT system navigation, to ensure prompt payment of invoices.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in making customer payments within an accounts payable department. Proficient in MS Excel.
• Basic knowledge of financial controls.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, capable of meeting the needs of a varied customer base.
• Results-oriented with the ability to take ownership of tasks.

Why Riverside?

At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference—enhancing the everyday lives of our customers. For 90 years, we’ve revitalized neighborhoods and supported communities by providing homes to live full, fulfilling, and rewarding lives. Our portfolio includes over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK, with services ranging from homelessness support to social care, employment support, and retirement living. We seek the best people to help us achieve our mission.

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options
• Investment in your learning, personal development, and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.