Finance Executive (Accounts Payable)

Plymouth Community Homes; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working with hybrid options

Flexi-time scheme

Minimum two days per week office-based

Generous pension scheme

25 days annual leave, rising to 30

Holiday trading

Free onsite gym

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Make a Difference volunteering days

Modern offices in Crownhill

Job summary

Plymouth Community Homes in Plymouth is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to join our Finance Team. You will help process invoices, support suppliers and colleagues, and ensure timely payments to underpin our services.

The ideal candidate will have experience in finance administration, a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid office setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in busy finance, accounts payable or purchase ledger environment.
• Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyse information and resolve issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
• Independent but collaborative work style.
• Proactive and organised approach to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of invoices accurately and promptly.
• Support suppliers and colleagues with ledger queries.
• Ensure payments are made on time and records maintained.
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently.
• Collaborate with team to meet objectives and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

Finance administration

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Workload management

Job description

12-Month Fixed-Term Finance Opportunity | Join Our Purchase Ledger Team

Looking for a finance role where your accuracy, organisation and people skills make a real difference every day?

At Plymouth Community Homes, we're looking for a motivated and detail-focused Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our Finance Team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract covering maternity leave.

This is more than processing invoices. It's about helping ensure our suppliers are paid on time, supporting colleagues across the business, and playing a key role in maintaining the financial foundations that allow us to deliver homes and services to thousands of people across Plymouth.

If you enjoy working in a fast‑paced finance environment, take pride in accuracy, and thrive as part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

As a valued member of our high-performing Purchase Ledger team, you'll be the first point of contact for suppliers and colleagues, providing excellent customer service while ensuring financial transactions are processed efficiently and accurately.

• Processing high volumes of invoices accurately and promptly
• Supporting suppliers and colleagues with purchase ledger queries
• Ensuring payments are made on time and records are maintained correctly
• Investigating discrepancies and resolving issues efficiently
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet team objectives
• Helping maintain strong supplier relationships through excellent service

No two days are quite the same, and you'll enjoy a varied workload within a supportive team that shares knowledge, celebrates success and works together to deliver excellent results.

Our ideal candidate for this role is someone who:

We're looking for someone who combines strong finance administration skills with a positive, proactive approach.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience working within a busy finance, accounts payable or purchase ledger environment
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy
• The ability to analyse information and resolve issues effectively
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• The confidence to build positive relationships with colleagues and external suppliers
• The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively as part of a team
• A proactive and organised approach to managing workloads and deadlines

About Plymouth Community Homes

At Plymouth Community Homes, we're proud to be the city's largest social housing provider, supporting more than 35,000 people across Plymouth. When you join us, you'll become part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference to local communities whilst investing in its people.

What we can offer you:

• Flexible working with hybrid opportunities
• Flexi‑time scheme
• Minimum two days per week office‑based working
• Generous pension scheme with excellent employer contributions
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days, plus Bank Holidays
• Holiday trading scheme
• Free onsite gym and changing facilities
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling support
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Three paid volunteering days each year through our Make a Difference programme
• Modern technology and digital working tools
• Regular charity events, quizzes and team activities
• Modern offices in Crownhill with excellent transport links and local amenities nearby

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Veselina Staneva.

We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.

Shortlisting date: 17th November 2026

Interview Date: W/C 23rd November 2026