Supervisor - Accounts Payable

Leicestershire County Council; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking an experienced finance specialist in Nottingham to provide expert Procure to Pay support and advice across departments.

You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams, driving efficient processes while ensuring accuracy in accounts payable and master data management. The role supports flexible working options within a permanent, full-time framework.

Qualifications

• Evidence of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a transactional finance environment as part of Procure to Pay.
• Ability to use ICT systems including Word, Excel, Access and Outlook; familiarity with Oracle ERP.
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable practices and statutory requirements.
• Ability to update policy or processes clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support colleagues and Departments in a specialised Procure to Pay area.
• Pro-actively form close relationships with suppliers, customers and service areas.
• Support the Customer Service and Master Data Team Leader and FSC Team Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Equivalent level of appropriate experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: Loxley House, Nottingham, NG2 3NG

Salary: £29,550 - £32,055 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 25th September 2026

Interview Date(s): tbc

Do you want a job where no two days are the same? Then this could be the role for you.

About the Role

This role is part of the East Midlands Shared Services where the overriding standard is one of efficiency and customer service. This post is a recognised expert in a specialised field and provides advice and support to colleagues and Departments. To be pro-active forming close working relationships with suppliers, customers and service areas, as well as knowledgeable of the Procure to Pay end to end processes. To support the Customer Service and Master Data Team Leader as well as FSC Team Manager.

About You

To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification or Equivalent level of appropriate experience.
• Experience working in a transactional finance environment as part of the Procure to Pay team.
• The use of ICT systems, including Word, Excel Access and outlook as well as finance ERPs such as Oracle.
• Knowledge of best practice and statutory requirements within a specialised area; e.g. Accounts Payable.
• Ability to make recommendations to update and/or improve policy or process from knowledge gained in specialised area in a clear, concise manner to aid understanding.
• Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term‑time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Amy Woods - FSC Team Manager

Email: [e-mail]

About Us

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we’re committed to making a real difference in people’s lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.

Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you’re starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you’ll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.

For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following:

• Our Recruitment Process
• Our Organisational Values
• Our Employee Benefits
• Working for Us