Accounts Payable Officer – 3-Month Public Sector Cover

About the role

This temporary three‑month position supports a public sector organisation in Central London. You will join the Accounts Payable team on a hybrid basis, spending half of your time in the office. The role offers an hourly rate of £18‑£23.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable inbox, responding to internal and external queries promptly and professionally.
• Process invoices, ensuring they are captured accurately and matched to the correct Purchase Orders.
• Oversee the Invoice Registration process, applying appropriate CIS deductions where required.
• Handle credit notes and apply them correctly to supplier accounts.
• Participate in the AP rota, assisting with workload distribution and priority management.

Required profile

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role.
• Familiarity with public sector finance processes is advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and manage competing priorities.

Required skills

• Agresso
• Unit 4
• MRI Horizon

What we offer

• Hybrid working model – 50% office, 50% remote.
• Competitive hourly rate of £18‑£23.
• Three‑month contract providing valuable public sector experience.