Payments Assistant

Payments Assistant
Location: Staffordshire
Contract: Temporary (6 weeks)
Salary: £17.27 per hour umbrella / £15.75 PAYE Inclusive / £14.05 PAYE Exclusive
Start Date: ASAP
Contact: rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Staffordshire for a Payments Assistant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will assist in the provision of an efficient, effective and quality accounts payable function.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all supplier payments are accurately and promptly verified and processed, adhering to legislative deadlines and timescales
• Maintain the payments system, including the insertion and amendment of accounts, assigning Procurement classification codes, and records.
• Negotiate with suppliers in relation to disputes, payment terms and invoice/purchase order reconciliations.
• Liaise with internal and external clients to resolve complex queries in person and over the phone.

Candidate Criteria

• Previous experience in accounts payable within a local authority or similar environment
• Proficient in finance systems as well as Microsoft packages.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Understanding of GDPR, FoI Act, Late Payment Legislation, and legislative compliance requirements

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who could be, please contact Rachel at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email rachel.burgess@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed