Client: Stoke on Trent
Location: Stoke On Trent
Date: 03 March to 30 March
Shift Pattern/ Hours: 09:00 am - 16:00 pm / Monday to Friday
Salary: £13.26 per hour
What you will be responsible for:
* Process supplier payments accurately and on time, resolving invoice-related queries.
* Manage the invoice mailbox, batch invoices, and address missing information.
* Verify purchase orders and approvals before processing payments.
* Maintain and update supplier records, ensuring compliance with verification procedures.
* Handle disputes, negotiate payment terms, and reconcile invoices with suppliers.
* Process manual cheques, petty cash reimbursements, and electronic payments.
* Assist in issuing Housing Benefit, Council Tax, and rate refund cheques.
* Communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and external agencies to resolve issues.
* Stay updated on anti-money laundering, fraud prevention, and compliance requirements.
* Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Requirements:
* A good knowledge of Local Authority (or similar) accounts payable systems and petty cash procedures.
* An understanding of GDPR, Freedom of Information Act, and the Late Payment Legislation.
* Experience of payment processes and systems.
* Experience of dealing directly with external and internal stakeholders including members of the public.
* Ability to negotiate with suppliers.
* Have accurate and speedy keyboard skills.
* Ability to deal with people from a cross-section of the community in a sympathetic but positive manner.
If you are interested, please apply or contact Melissa GOURLIN at +441582359248.
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