Accounts Payable Opportunity– Temp with Potential to Go Perm | Leicester | £25,000–£35,000 + depending on experience | Hybrid Working
An established FTSE-listed UK organisation that has recently undergone a major operational integration and centralisation project is expanding its newly formed accounts payable shared service centre. This ambitious function now employs around 100 strong and plays a key role in delivering consistent, efficient payment processing across the business following a period of transformation and process harmonisation.
You will have the opportunity to support the continued setup and streamlining of AP processes, including being part of continuous improvement initiatives to make processes more efficient and effective. The Leicester finance team offers hybrid working (two days remote) and free onsite parking, with excellent opportunities for temporary professionals to transition into permanent roles.
Role Responsibilities
*Process high-volume supplier invoices accurately and on time
*Maintain master data and statement reconciliations
*Process BACS payments on a weekly, daily, and urgent basis
*Manage purchase ledger transactions and reconciliations
*Resolve supplier queries and payment exceptions
*Support month-end close activities related to accounts payable
*Help streamline and document AP processes for consistency and control
*Work collaboratively across finance and operational teams to embed new procedures
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the AP function
*Work to individual and team deadlines, targets, and KPIs
What We Are Looking For
*Experience in accounts payable, high-volume invoicing, or shared service environments
*Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with drive, determination, and focus
*Accuracy mindset with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines and targets
*Comfortable working to KPIs and team objectives
*Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional partners
*Confident with ERP systems and common tools such as Excel
Highlights of the Role and Team
*Energetic, fast-paced environment with opportunities to make a real impact
*Key role for those who enjoy variety and problem-solving in finance
*Excellent retention rates among newly employed permanent workforce
*Permanent members see progression opportunities within the AP team and wider finance function
*Strong network of supportive managers focusing on tailored development and training needs
*Permanent employees benefit from study support for AAT, ACCA, or CIMA
Working Hours
*Full-time hours: 37.5 per week
*Open to supporting part-time hours for the right candidate
Benefits
*Competitive salary between £25,000 and £35,000 depending on experience
*Hybrid working: two days from home
*Free onsite parking
*Immediate temporary start with potential to become permanent
*Opportunity to be part of continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives
*Exposure to a large, evolving finance team
*Energetic, supportive environment with strong career progression opportunities
*Tailored development and training for each team member
*Study support for AAT, ACCA, or CIMA
This is an excellent opportunity to join a large, evolving finance team, support continuous improvement in accounts payable, and benefit from a supportive environment focused on growth, development, and career progression while working to individual and team deadlines and KPIs.
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