Education Accounts Payable Specialist

Huntress; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected school group in London is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to manage a range of financial tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts payable, preferably in an educational setting, and possess strong analytical and IT skills. You will handle invoicing, supplier payments, and reconciliation processes. This role offers a competitive salary and includes attractive benefits such as a contributory pension and holiday time during school breaks.

Benefits

20 days + 8 Bank Holidays

Contributory pension

Cycle to work scheme

Reduced hours during school holidays

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in an accounts payable role, preferably in education.
• Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Must be DBS cleared.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial tasks including purchase ledger invoicing.
• Process and certify purchase invoices for payment.
• Reconcile supplier statements and petty cash.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

IT systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

GCSE or A level standard

Bookkeeping or AAT qualification

Tools

SAGE 200

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

A well-respected school group in London is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to manage a range of financial tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts payable, preferably in an educational setting, and possess strong analytical and IT skills. You will handle invoicing, supplier payments, and reconciliation processes. This role offers a competitive salary and includes attractive benefits such as a contributory pension and holiday time during school breaks.