We are seeking a Payments Officer to manage our purchase invoice process, ensuring accurate and timely payments, and collaborating with budget holders and suppliers to resolve queries and maintain high standards of accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
* Process purchase invoices accurately and pay within required timescales.
* Collaborate with budget holders to ensure invoices are coded and authorised correctly.
* Resolve queries from suppliers and budget holders in a timely and efficient manner.
* Provide cover across the team as needed to ensure smooth operations.
* Process inter-company transactions, direct debit payments, and consolidated invoices from regular suppliers.
* Prepare and post invoices before payment, and prepare BACS payment runs and liaise with approvers.
* Prepare and submit Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) returns to HMRC.
As a Payments Officer, you will play a pivotal role in managing payments amounting to £30 million annually, ensuring accuracy and compliance while contributing to the overall success of the team.
About the Role:
* Background in accounts payable or financial systems, with a thorough approach to managing financial data.
* Strong communication and customer service skills to build effective relationships with internal teams and external suppliers.
* Passion for continuous improvement and teamwork to drive success in this role.
About Paradigm Housing Group:
* We are a leading housing association with a strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service and high standards of accuracy in financial management.
* We are seeking a skilled and experienced Payments Officer to join our team and contribute to our success.
We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement and teamwork.
Please submit your covering statement and CV, highlighting how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.