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Senior Accounts Clerk - Accounts Payable
The closing date is 25 November 2026
Working full time within the Financial Control Department at Flatts Lane Centre, the postholder will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of invoices in accordance with standard operating procedures and best payment practice. The postholder will liaise with customers both within and outside the Trust, providing advice and obtaining information relating to the Accounts Payable function. All queries are handled politely, efficiently and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.
Main duties of the job
As part of the Financial Control Department, the postholder will provide valued clerical and administrative support to help maintain effective financial systems and services.
The postholder will prioritise the prompt and accurate processing of invoices through the computerised procurement system, in addition to ad-hoc invoice processing, ensuring payment terms, best payment practice requirements and all periodic deadlines are met. Working collaboratively as part of the team, the postholder will follow established procedures and timetables to support the accurate processing of financial transactions.
The postholder will also provide general clerical support to the team, including filing, handling telephone calls, photocopying and printing.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We are an anti-racist organisation. We believe racism and discrimination have no place within our Trust and are committed to creating a culture where everyone can thrive. We are seeking people whose behaviours and values align with this commitment, and who are willing to actively promote inclusion, challenge discrimination and support equity for all.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- 5 GCSE's C and above including English and Mathematics (or equivalent, being Finance related)
Experience
- Experience working in an office or mental health environment
- Experience of working in an Accounts Payable team
Knowledge
- Basic accounting procedures i.e. double entry
- Experience of Oracle Fusion Cloud Financials system
Skills
- Numerate and computer literate with basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook and Word
- Effective communication
Personal Attributes
- Able to work in accordance with the Trust Values and Behaviours
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated and organised
- Able to work as part of a team and alone
- Able to work to specific deadlines
- Flexible attitude and approach to work
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self-aware and committed to continual professional and personal development.
- Able to accept and respond positively to feedback from supervision
- Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities
- Committed to promoting a positive image of the finance department and the wider Trust
Other Requirements
- Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need (motor business insurance required)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Accounts Clerk - Accounts Payable employer: Tewv
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to nurturing the recovery journey of individuals in need of mental health support. With a strong commitment to collaborative care, our work culture fosters compassion and inclusivity, ensuring that every employee has a voice in shaping patient experiences. Located in a region that values mental health, we offer robust professional development opportunities and a supportive environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
