About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on an initial interim contract for 3 months.
This role offers a finance professional the next step in their career within the Public Sector.
Responsibilities
* Support and assist the Procure-to-Pay Accounts Manager in processing employee claims, creditors and debtors in compliance with Better Payments Practice Code, terms and conditions, internal policies, legislation, Scheme of Delegated Authority, supplier contracts, Service Level Agreements and HMRC requirements.
* Develop and maintain knowledge of all aspects of the Accounts Cycle to seamlessly deputise for the Procure-to-Pay Accounts Manager as required.
* Collate and balance creditor's monthly statements, resolve invoice discrepancies and disputes in line with contracts, Service Level Agreements and Better Payments Practice code.
* Reconcile debtor and creditor control accounts on a monthly basis.
* Review vendor invoices, record invoices according to company policy.
* Maintain accuracy in processing of AP transactions, including accounting coding, timely payments and reconciliations.
* Complete accounts-related bank reconciliations and monitoring of balances to ensure effective treasury management and appropriate level of funds for business purposes.
Requirements
* Possess 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics.
* Have a minimum of two years' experience working in a Procurement or Accounts function in a large, multi-site organisation*, including at least one of the following: (a) supporting and maintaining a procurement ledger, including administration of purchase orders.
* (b) processing and quality assuring invoices, including creditor payments and other entitlements.
What We Offer
* Hybrid working policy
* Immediate start
* Learning and development opportunities
* Above average salary and benefits
Contact Us
For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jamie Gault in the strictest confidence.