Finance Officer (Accounts Payable) - University Environment ✨ We're working with a well‑established university finance team to recruit a Finance Officer (Accounts Payable) to support their Commercial Payments function on a fixed‑term contract. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid accounts payable experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and confidence working with a range of stakeholders and suppliers. 💼 The role You'll be responsible for end‑to‑end invoice processing and supplier payments, acting as a key point of contact for payment queries and working closely with internal stakeholders and the central Payments Office. The role offers variety, responsibility, and exposure to wider finance activities within a professional university setting. 🗂️ Key duties include: Processing and matching supplier invoices to purchase orders Managing a shared Commercial Payments inbox Resolving invoice, PO, and payment queries with suppliers and stakeholders Producing and reviewing aged debt and supplier statements Supporting manual and ad‑hoc payments, utilities invoices, and month‑end activities Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and payment deadlines Providing cover to the Finance Supervisor when required✅ What we're looking for: Previous accounts payable experience Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), particularly using financial data for reporting Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage changing priorities A proactive, detail‑focused team player who works well under pressure🤝 Personal qualities: Trustworthy with high attention to detail Quick learner with a positive, problem‑solving mindset Confident working independently and as part of a team📍 Location & working pattern: Office‑based role with hybrid working available after full training, in line with University policy Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:20pm (36.5 hours per week)📅 Contract details: Start date: 11 May 2026 End date: April 2027If you're looking for a stable, professional role within a supportive university environment and enjoy working in a busy finance function, we'd love to hear from you. 📩 Get in touch for more details or to apply. #FinanceJobs #AccountsPayable #UniversityJobs #FinanceCareers #TemporaryJobs #HybridWorking #IR35 #APJobs Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website