Temporary Payments & Invoices Specialist (Hybrid)

Bridgend County Borough Council; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Hybrid working policy

Job summary

Bridgend County Borough Council is seeking a Payments Assistant (Temporary) to join our Business Support team. You will handle purchase orders, invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

The role offers 37 hours per week, full-time basis though temporary until 31 March 2028, with hybrid working under the Council policy and generous leave. You’ll work with colleagues and suppliers, using Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and maintaining clear financial records in

Qualifications

• Good administrative and organisational skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to getting things right.
• Clear communication and excellent customer service skills.
• The ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.
• A positive, flexible approach to working independently and as part of a team.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase orders, invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently.
• Raising sundry debtor invoices and taking customer payments.
• Responding to supplier queries and reviewing outstanding invoices and statements.
• Maintaining accurate financial records in line with Council procedures.
• Providing friendly, helpful support to colleagues, customers and suppliers.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Teamwork

Flexible/adaptable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Bridgend County Borough Council is seeking a Payments Assistant (Temporary) to join our Business Support team. You will handle purchase orders, invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

The role offers 37 hours per week, full-time basis though temporary until 31 March 2028, with hybrid working under the Council policy and generous leave. You’ll work with colleagues and suppliers, using Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and maintaining clear financial records in