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Payables Assistant

£26.65k - £27.48k per annum
Temporary, Full-time
Aberdeen

We are looking for an organised and detail-focused Payables Assistant to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a customer-focused approach to contribute to the efficient operation of the Council's Accounts Payable function.

In this role, you will help ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time, while providing high-quality support to both internal users and external suppliers. You will work within established payment schedules and financial systems, helping maintain the high standards of service delivery expected across the organisation.

You will also help support a key area of our Invoice Automation Project which is planned to go-live in September.

This project will modernise how invoices are processed across the Council, improving efficiency and accuracy.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

  • Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Can effectively prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
  • Has strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Can handle supplier enquiries with confidence, professionalism and tact.
  • Works well both independently and as part of a small team.
  • Understands the importance of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your finance and administration skills within a supportive team environment while contributing to the delivery of essential accounts payable functions. It also allows for a unique opportunity to be a part of a high-profile transformation project.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 30/06/2027

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