Finance Officer - Accounts Payable

Finance Officer – Accounts Payable

National Office, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3YH

Fixed term contract - August 2026 - End of February 2027

30 hours per week

Office based (minimum 2 days per week) with occasional hybrid working

£24,950 per annum pro rata

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our Finance Team as a Finance Officer for Accounts Payable.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented individual to take ownership of processing and coding supplier invoices, ad hoc payments, and expenses—ensuring accuracy, appropriate ledger allocation, and compliance with contractual payment terms. You’ll also handle a variety of financial transactions, including raising sales ledger invoices, contributing to the smooth running of our finance operations.

In addition, some of your time will be spent working on Financial Controls within the Department.

Why work for YHA?

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive staff benefits that support your well-being and career growth:

• 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family
• Access to YHA’s staff discount and cash back portal
• Free YHA Membership each year
• Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program

There are many more benefits to working for YHA so please visit our YHA Jobs website for more information.

What will you be doing?

• Processing Financial Transactions - Handle supplier invoices, ad hoc payments, and staff expense claims with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring correct coding and adherence to YHA’s policies and payment terms.
• Maintaining Financial Records - Reconcile supplier statements monthly, resolve discrepancies, and support hostel banking and income return reconciliations to maintain clean and accurate ledgers.
• Managing VAT and Compliance - Apply correct VAT treatment based on supply type or cost centre, and ensure all financial activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.
• Operating Financial Systems - Use SAGE X3 and associated modules (including Electronic Document Management and Access Maintain) to process payments, manage supplier records, and raise sales ledger invoices.
• Building Supplier Relationships - Act as the first point of contact for invoice and payment queries, maintaining professional relationships with suppliers and ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Supporting the Finance Team - Provide cover and assistance across the Finance function when needed, contributing to a collaborative and responsive team environment.

What Skills and Experience do you need?

To work as part of the Finance Team we are looking for candidates with the following qualities:

• Basic level accountancy training or qualification (desirable)
• Previous experience of working within a purchase ledger or finance function (desirable)
• Ability to interpret and reconcile financial data from a variety of sources
• Ability to build effective and collaborative working relationships, both internally and externally
• Good communication skills
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Good IT skills, with knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office packages
• Self-disciplined with the ability to prioritise, organise and deliver work accurately to defined standards and timeframes
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to problem solve

For more information about the role and the skills and experience required, please refer to the job description.

At YHA, we understand the richness of life experiences, and we place just as much importance on lived experiences as we do on skills and knowledge. We provide a robust induction, ongoing training, and opportunities for personal growth. While certain roles may require specific skills, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Who are YHA?

YHA is a social enterprise with a mission to enrich the lives of all, especially young people. YHA does this by providing brilliant hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills.

If you would like to find out more about YHA the charity, the culture, the heritage and so much more please visit our jobs website.