Fixed term contract up to 12 months, full time, 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Band 2 - £25,804 to £28,031 per annum About the Post To contribute to the effective running of the University’s Finance and Planning Directorate by processing Accounts Payable transactions. To ensure the smooth operation of Accounts Payable by processing all invoices and payments according to the University’s policies and procedures. To reconcile supplier accounts to statements and act as a point of contact with the suppliers. About the Team The Finance and Planning Directorate is responsible for overseeing a wide range of Finance, Planning and management Information and Procurement activities at the University of Suffolk. This post will be part of the Financial Operations team within the Finance and Planning Directorate at the University of Suffolk; the team’s main responsibility relates to the invoicing and collecting of income due to the University. The Accounts Payable team sits within the wider Financial Operations team and maintaining a close working relationship with the wider team will be essential. About You The successful candidate will have to work within a small Accounts Payable team and be personable, helpful, and can maintain good working relationships with people at all levels. This role requires a minimum of 2-year experience in a similar Accounts Payable role and demonstrable experience of using financial accounting software. The successful candidate will need to be a self-starter but also a team player, proven numeracy skills and with the ability to show initiative in problem solving. The role requires attention to detail & strong communication skills and the ability to embrace change. Benefits Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days. Enjoy an extra day of paid leave on your birthday, subject to qualifying/service conditions. Flexible working, including family friendly policies. Competitive workplace pension scheme (USS) – with an employer contribution rate of 14.5%, tax relief on contributions and life cover. Staff discounts at a number of local amenities in Ipswich. Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports; plus discounted membership at Adastral Park Leisure and Sports. Access to a range of high-quality learning and development opportunities Discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions. Cycle to Work scheme. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Staff recognition annual awards. Closing Date: Wednesday 10 September 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Trisha Sweeney at T.Sweeney@uos.ac.uk Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application. Please be aware that this post is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Please note: We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, even if the closing date is in the future. Applications received may be reviewed before the closing date and should we receive a high number of applications for this post, or high-quality applications which demonstrate suitability, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.