Utilities jobs in United Kingdom

Location: Plymouth
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, permanent

Butler Rose are delighted to be working with a respected organisation in Plymouth who are seeking a Accounts Payable Assistant to join their dedicated finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong accounts payable experience - ideally with some exposure to utilities billing - to take on a varied and rewarding role within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering an accurate and efficient utilities accounts payable service. Your responsibilities will include:

• Accurately recording and analysing utility invoices and ensuring timely processing for payment.
• Liaising with internal teams, bill management providers and energy suppliers to ensure a seamless flow of information.
• Coordinating meter readings and maintaining accurate records of property meters, billing data, and related documentation.
• Assisting with utility supplier tendering processes and supporting financial reviews at month and year end.
• Processing journals, purchase orders and invoices, and assisting with audit requirements.
• Providing excellent customer service to colleagues, suppliers, and residents, ensuring all enquiries are handled professionally.

We're looking for a team player who is detail-oriented, proactive and organised. You will have:

• Experience working within a financial environment, ideally with knowledge of utilities billing or metering.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to manage and interpret large datasets.
• A sound understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and financial control accounts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to accuracy and service excellence.
• A minimum of 3 GCSEs (grades 4-9 or equivalent) including Maths. An AAT qualification (Level 3 or above, or currently studying) would be advantageous.

In return, you'll be joining a forward-thinking and values-driven organisation that genuinely invests in its people. You'll benefit from excellent development opportunities, a supportive finance team, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to the wider community.

If you're looking for the next step in your finance career within a friendly and professional setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with a copy of your CV. To find out more, please contact Matt Jones at Butler Rose on m.jones2@butlerrose.com

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.