Job Introduction
Accounts Payable Assistant – Saga Travel
Salary up to £26,000
FT- 35 hours per week
Permanent Hybrid- Folkestone (3 days a week in the office)
We’re looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our team at an exciting stage in their finance career. You might already have some experience in Accounts Payable, or you could be starting your career after completing relevant studies. This role gives the opportunity to develop your skills, take ownership of meaningful work, and build a strong foundation for your finance career.
You’ll play a key role in making sure invoices are processed accurately, prioritised correctly, and paid within agreed terms, helping to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Alongside this, you’ll be working with suppliers from around the world handling different currencies and contracts, using our reservation and finance systems, and building strong, professional relationships through clear and confident communication.
This is a role that goes beyond processing, you’ll be trusted to manage priorities, resolve queries, and take a proactive approach to getting things right. If you’re organised, detail-focused, and enjoy working with both numbers and people, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a supportive team.
This role requires you to be working from our Folkestone office a minimum of 3 times a week. We have designated office space for colleagues in our Travel business, allowing us to collaborate and share success as a function.
Role Responsibility
1. Manage the Accounts Payable inbox, organising and prioritising invoice workflow
2. Process invoices accurately, including matching against booking system data and coding non-contractual costs
3. Coordinate invoice approvals and ensure timely processing in line with payment terms
4. Prepare and check supplier payment runs before submission
5. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies
6. Set up new suppliers in line with company procedures
7. Handle supplier queries and build strong relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders
8. Support reporting by tracking invoice processing times and ensuring compliance with company policies
The Ideal Candidate
You’ll already have some Accounts Payable experience or be at the start of your finance career, with relevant studies and a keen eye for detail, along with the communication skills needed to build strong working relationships.
9. Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or finance administration role (around 1 year preferred)
10. Confident using finance systems and able to manage and prioritise your workload effectively
11. Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
12. Proactive approach, with the confidence to take ownership of tasks and resolve issues
13. Good communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
14. Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
15. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
16. Experience with systems such as Coupa and/or Workday would be an advantage
Saga Values: Make it Happen, Do the Right Thing, Customer First, Excellence Every Day, Our People Make Us Special
Package Description
At Saga we recognise that our people make us special. We believe our colleagues deserve rewards for the excellence they demonstrate every single day, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package for all colleagues.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE:
17. 25 days holiday + bank holidays
18. Option to purchase additional leave - 5 extra days
19. Pension scheme matched up to 10%
20. Company performance related annual bonus - Up to 5%
21. Life assurance policy on joining us, 4 x salary
22. Wellbeing programme
23. Colleague discounts including family discounts on cruises, holidays and insurance
24. Range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies
25. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
26. Grandparents leave
27. Income protection
28. Access to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platform