Interim Accounts Payable Officer

Robertson Bell; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization seeks a detail-oriented Temporary Accounts Payable Officer for an initial six-month contract. This role requires strong expertise in accounts payable processes and offers a collaborative finance environment with hybrid working arrangements. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance, strong Excel skills, and an attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable or transactional finance role.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and code purchase invoices accurately.
• Complete regular bank reconciliations.
• Manage and reconcile credit card expenses.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Data Management

Communication

Tools

Excel

Finance Systems

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for public sector work?Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your skills truly make a difference?Looking for your next opportunity within a well-respected organisation that supports flexible working?

Robertson Bell are pleased to be working with a fantastic public sector organisation, based in South London, in their search for aTemporary Accounts Payable Officerto join their finance team on an initialsix-month contract.

This is a brilliant opportunity to bring your accounts payable expertise into a friendly, collaborative finance function, offering a hybrid working pattern ofthree days in the office and two from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and code high volumes ofpurchase invoicesaccurately and efficiently
• Ensure allstaff expensesare reviewed, processed and paid in line with internal policy
• Complete regularbank reconciliationsto support the month-end close
• Manage and reconcilecredit card expenses, ensuring compliance and timely submission
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc duties and administrative tasks as required

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have proven experience working within anaccounts payable or transactional financerole
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to managehigh volumes of data
• Be comfortable working independently as well as part of a collaborative team
• Possess strong Excel skills and be confident using finance systems
• Be immediately available or on a short notice period

If you're looking to join a mission-driven organisation and contribute to a crucial finance function, we’d love to hear from you –apply now to be considered!