Finance Executive (Accounts Payable)

Plymouth Community Homes; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Generous pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Free onsite gym

Cycle to Work scheme

Volunteer days

Job summary

Plymouth Community Homes is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. The role focuses on accurate invoice processing, timely supplier payments and supporting colleagues across the business.

You will be the first point of contact for suppliers, ensure financial transactions are processed efficiently, and help maintain strong supplier relationships while upholding financial controls in a busy housing organisation in Plymouth.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy finance, accounts payable or purchase ledger environment.
• Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyse information and resolve issues effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Confidence to build positive relationships with colleagues and external suppliers.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively as part of a team.
• Proactive and organised approach to managing workloads and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Finance administration

Communication

Independent worker

Team player

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.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• 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

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

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

Living and Working in Plymouth