Accounts Payable / Finance Officer


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£15 to £16 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sheffield, S1 2LA
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	28 Oct 2026

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Summary

Temporary Accounts Payable / Finance OfficerLocation: SheffieldRate: £15.00 - £16.00 per hourContract: Temporary (1-3 Months)Start Date: Immediate

Your new company

A well-established organisation based in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable / Finance Officer to provide immediate support to the finance team during a busy period. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who can hit the ground running and support key transactional finance processes from day one.

Your new role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. The position will focus primarily on accounts payable activities whilst also assisting with wider finance administration and transactional accounting tasks.

Key responsibilities will include:

Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently

Matching, batching and coding invoices

Managing supplier statement reconciliations

Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries

Preparing weekly payment runs

Supporting month-end processes and reconciliation activities

Maintaining accurate financial records and supplier data

Assisting with expenses processing and general finance administration

Liaising with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure timely resolution of queries

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Officer position

Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy

Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with suppliers and colleagues

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance systems

Ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment

Available to start immediately or at short notice

What you'll get in return

Competitive hourly rate of £15.00 - £16.00 per hour

Immediate start opportunity

Flexible temporary assignment of between 1 and 3 months

Friendly and supportive finance team

Valuable experience within a reputable organisation

Weekly pay through Hays

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit your CV, or contact the Hays Finance team for a confidential discussion.

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