Venn Group is delighted to be partnered with a professional membership organisation to recruit a Finance Officer on a 3-month interim contract. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team, supporting the smooth running of transactional finance operations.
The role will primarily focus on managing the purchase ledger and payment processes, while also supporting broader finance activities including payroll and stakeholder engagement.
Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of transactions, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, and supporting the delivery of efficient finance operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date purchase ledger, processing supplier invoices and expense claims with correct coding and approvals
- Manage the end-to-end payment process, ensuring supplier payments are made in line with agreed terms and timelines
- Reconcile and monitor supplier accounts, resolving discrepancies and handling queries promptly
- Maintain and organise purchase ledger documentation in line with data retention policies
- Manage direct debit schedules and support month-end processes, including accruals reporting
- Liaise with suppliers, employees and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment queries
- Support payroll processing where required, working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure continuity
- Manage the finance inbox and ensure all queries are responded to in a timely and professional manner
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Proven experience in a Finance Officer or Purchase Ledger role
- Experience using Sage200 is highly desirable
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Process-driven with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload effectively
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement
- Team player with the ability to build effective working relationships
Location:
Central London
Duration:
3 month interim contract
Pay rate:
Β£165 per day
Working hours:
Full-time
Working pattern:
Hybrid (1 days per week on-site)
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.
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Finance Officer employer: Venn Group
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