Finance Administrator – Accounts Payable
Full Time, Fixed-Term (12 months)
Salary: £24,000 - £26,497 per annum
Location: Bournemouth campus (Hybrid working may be considered)
About the role
Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the successful candidate will be part of a small accounts team responsible for day‑to‑day processing of finance transactions for the University across Bournemouth and London campuses. The University is reviewing all finance processes, giving the successful candidate an opportunity to contribute to improvements in efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Process all supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
* Manage supplier queries in a timely and professional manner
* Prepare payment runs in line with agreed terms
* Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date purchase ledger records
* Process and reconcile credit card transactions
* Account for input VAT accurately
* Document and update processes
About the person
Candidates should have:
* Previous experience working within a busy finance department, ideally accounts payable
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Good working knowledge of finance processes and controls
* Strong IT skills and confidence using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and an enthusiastic and flexible attitude towards work
Applicants must be able to demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum & Nationality Act 2006.
Benefits
* Competitive Employer's Pension
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Enhanced policies
* Subsidised clinical treatments
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
Contact
For an informal discussion, please contact Denise Griffiths (Financial Accountant) at denise.griffiths@hsu.ac.uk.
Closing date: 15th May 2026
We value diversity and inclusion at HSU and welcome applications from all community sections. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture which offers equality and opportunity for all. We operate Disability Confident and Mindful Employer schemes and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview scheme for applicants who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces.
This post will be subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS check.
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