Accounts Payable Officer - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date - 09/02/2025
Location - Brighton
Salary - £23,920 - £27,040
At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.
About the Role
As Accounts Payable Officer, you will play a vital role in managing the end-to-end process of supplier invoices and payments, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures. You will oversee the receipt and organisation of invoices, facilitate approval workflows in line with company policies, and process payments to meet deadlines. This role is an essential part of our Finance team, ensuring that all accounts payable activities run smoothly and accurately.
What You’ll Do:
- Monitor accounts payable mailboxes, organising and prioritising inbound invoices for processing.
- Identify the appropriate approval routes for invoices and purchase orders, facilitating and documenting approvals in line with the approval matrix.
- Process invoices and purchase orders efficiently and accurately.
- Address and escalate payment queries as needed.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the University to support invoice processing and ensure accurate coding.
- Maintain and update supplier data, including addresses, payment terms, and contact details.
- Perform daily and weekly accounts payable administrative tasks to support smooth operations.
What You’ll Bring:
- Experience working in a fast-paced accounts payable function.
- Familiarity with accounts payable systems and processes.
- Strong numerical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to summarise and articulate problems to management clearly.
- A collaborative and enthusiastic approach, with a willingness to learn and develop.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial tasks.
Why BIMM University?
We are a values led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do:
Believe in Everyone. Challenge the Norm. Grow Together. Do the Right Thing. Own It.
In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:
- 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
- SMART pension
- A comprehensive benefits package
We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation.
We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students, therefore all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.
How to apply
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