Accounts payable / accounts receivable officers (x2)

Pay Rate: £16.58 - £18.88 per hour Location: Birmingham (Hybrid - 2 days per week on-site) ⏳ Contract: Initial 6 months Overview Hays are working in partnership with a local council to recruit two Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Officers to join their finance team on an initial 6-month contract.This is a fantastic opportunity for finance professionals with strong transactional experience to support the efficient delivery of Accounts Payable and Receivable services within a busy public sector environment. Key Responsibilities Process purchase invoices and supplier payments in line with agreed procedures and performance standards Ensure payments are only made for authorised goods and services received Process sales invoices and receipts in accordance with council policies Support the accurate and timely processing of payments and invoices across both AP and AR functions Assist with ledger maintenance, ensuring records are accurate and up to date Allocate incoming payments and support cash allocation activities Support the collection of overdue debt in line with procedures Assist with regular reconciliations to maintain ledger integrity Respond to and resolve supplier and customer queries efficiently About You Previous experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or a similar finance role Good understanding of financial procedures, controls, and compliance Knowledge of VAT and CIS requirements (desirable) Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines Excellent organisational and communication skills Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Experience within the public sector is advantageous but not essential. To apply by sending your updated CV! 4807180