Accounts Payable Specialist — 6-Month Contract

Morgan Hunt; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt is seeking a Finance Officer to join the Purchase Ledger team on a 6-month contract. You will process supplier invoices, manage accounts, and ensure timely payments. You’ll resolve discrepancies, maintain records, and support KPI-driven performance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong attention to detail, proactivity, and excellent communication. CIS knowledge is advantageous, and Excel basics are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in a finance environment, preferably purchase ledger or accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, purchase orders, payment runs and supplier reconciliations.
• High accuracy and attention to detail in data entry and financial records.

Responsibilities

• Register and process supplier invoices following PO controls and approvals.
• Match invoices to authorised POs and resolve discrepancies with relevant departments.
• Handle supplier queries professionally and maintain strong relationships.
• Process weekly payment runs, ad hoc payments and rent refunds by deadlines.
• Set up and maintain supplier accounts with checks to prevent fraud and ensure compliance.
• Obtain and process credit notes, reconcile supplier statements, maintain invoice records.
• Process and validate void property billings, liaising with authorities on exemptions.
• Ensure CIS recording accuracy, including validating new contractors.
• Support performance by monitoring KPIs and maintaining processing standards.
• Manage incoming post on a rota basis and respond to urgent communications.

Skills

Two years experience in finance

Invoice processing

Purchase orders

Payment runs

Supplier statement reconciliations

Customer service

Microsoft Excel (basic)

CIS knowledge (advantageous)

Data accuracy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Morgan Hunt is seeking a Finance Officer to join the Purchase Ledger team on a 6-month contract. You will process supplier invoices, manage accounts, and ensure timely payments. You’ll resolve discrepancies, maintain records, and support KPI-driven performance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong attention to detail, proactivity, and excellent communication. CIS knowledge is advantageous, and Excel basics are preferred.