Are you an experienced accounts payable professional looking for a flexible temporary role in a vibrant environment?

THE ORGANISATION

A well-regarded educational institution located in the Edinburgh region is seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable professional for a short-term contract. It is a period of change, implementing new processes and technology to streamline finance functions, offering a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Key points about the organisation:

Committed to continuous improvement and process enhancement
Currently navigating a period of change, embracing technology and process automation
Supportive leadership open to new ideas and flexibility in working arrangements

THE ROLE

Supporting the finance team, this temporary Accounts Payable role involves managing invoices, mailbox queries, bank reconciliations, and stakeholder communication. The role plays a critical part in maintaining financial accuracy during a transitional period and offers scope for process improvements.

Responsibilities include:

Managing shared finance mailbox, handling supplier and internal queries with strong customer service skills
Processing 50-100 supplier invoices weekly via email, ensuring correct coding and timely posting
Conducting manual invoice approvals by liaising with budget holders for authorisation
Performing bank reconciliations across multiple accounts, verifying transactions, and consolidating reports
Supporting month-end processes, including invoice postings, coding, and ledger adjustments
Assisting with internal control policies and documentation

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

1-3 years’ experience in accounts payable, purchase ledger, or finance administration roles
Proficient in manual invoice processing and approval workflows via email
Experience with bank reconciliations and ledger management
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong customer service skills, able to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Comfortable working with email-based processes and finance systems (training provided)
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage mailbox queries efficiently

ON OFFER

This role is a temporary contract for approximately 2-3 months, with flexibility to extend based on ongoing requirements. The position offers hybrid working, with an initial onsite set-up and potential for one day WFH per week. The salary is flexible and commensurate with experience, around £30,000 per annum equivalent. The start date is ASAP, and the process includes initial Teams interviews followed by on-site meetings with the team.

Feel inspired to contribute your skills in a changing sector and support a busy environment during an exciting transformation. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now to be part of this rewarding journey!

iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's 'protected characteristic’. If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but, you don't think you meet all the requirements, please DO APPLY for this opportunity. Data shows that certain groups, mainly women and people from Black and Minority communities, are less likely to apply for jobs where they don't meet 100% of role requirements. iMultiply would encourage you to apply for roles where there is room for development and growth.

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