Business Expenses

Our client has a temporary vacancy for a Business Expenses and Purchase Ledger Clerk. This position is placed within the Finance Team, alongside the Accounts Payable and Procurement

Teams and reports directly to the Procurement and Accounts Payable Manager. This position is

standalone: its nature is fast-paced and reactive requiring independent thinking and working, with

mínimal supervision.

Working 30 hours per week, the role is hybrid, with some flexibility when you can work the hours. This role will be till the end of April 2023.

You will be responsible for the management of Business Expense Claims from receipt to payment, in compliance with the Business Expense Policy and HMRC regulations. You must be able to offer advice and guidance on claims, whilst ensuring that all claims are valid and have been accurately

completed within a timely manner.

You must be able to demonstrate knowledge of HMRC regulations in order to establish

correct procedure in all areas of expense payment, i.e. Identifying for payroll those items which

need to be disclosed on P11D.

The post holder must have an overview of the expense claims process, be able to train others to

assist during busy periods, and be able to perform spot checks on claims processed by others to

ensure consistently high standards of performance.

**Requirements**:
AAT Intermediate level and 3 years’ experience of working in a similar role.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Experience in a busy Finance Department.

Experience of using HMRC website to source information.

Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritization

Over 3 years’ experience in a customer facing role - specifically dealing effectively and sensitively with ‘difficult’ people

Knowledge of HMRC regulations relating to allowable business expenses and disclosure on P11Ds

Knowledge of GDPR regulations

Excellent interpersonal skills to respond both orally and in writing to all queries at all levels and to those whose first language may not be English.

Good numeracy and analytical skills with a high degree of accuracy when inputting or amending data.

Excellent organizational abilities and time management skills.

Ability to work under pressure, to prioritise and to meet deadlines

A willingness to investigate complex issues to determine the solution

Willingness and ability to learn processes and recommend improvements

To possess a professional manner and have the ability to be politely assertive when necessary

Flexible, adaptive and a ‘can do‘ attitude.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 8 weeks
Part-time hours: 30 per week

**Salary**: £13.96 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: IPRS6632