Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk
£25,000 per annum
Permanent
Folkestone Hybrid 1 day a week in the office
The Saga Central Finance function are recruiting for an AP Clerk to join their busy accounts payable team.
As our Accounts Payable Clerk youll ensure that invoices are correct and paid within agreed payment terms. You will need to be inquisitive, proactive and use your initiative to look at the bigger picture to ensure the job is done properly.
With the support of your team, you will help manage the AP inbox and organise/prioritise invoice workflow, build relationships with stakeholders and work to tight deadlines.
If you have accounts payable experience in a standalone role, or part of a wider accounts role, this could a great opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team to build a successful career.
• You will be required to visit the Folkestone office in Sandgate once a week*
Package Description
Everyday our colleagues deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. We believe exceptional work deserves even more exceptional rewards, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package for all colleagues.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO ALL COLLEAGUES:
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Option to purchase additional leave up to 5 extra days
Pension scheme matched up to 10%
Company performance related annual bonus - Up to 5%
Life assurance policy on joining us
Wellbeing programme
Colleague discounts including family discounts on cruises and holidays
Range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Grandparents leave
Income protection
Access to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platform
Main Responsibilities
Working in our Group Accounts Payable team, your key responsibilities will be:
Managing the AP email inbox to organiseinvoiceworkflow
Matching invoices against booking system data
Coding non-contractual costs
Managinginvoiceapproval
Managing new supplier set up
Creating and checking payment runs to suppliers before submission
Supplier statement reconciliation
Ensuring all company policies & procedures are followed & upheld at every level
Building relationships with & managing expectations of stakeholders
The Ideal Candidate
Suitable candidates will already have been exposed to accounts payable function and be keen to develop their finance career within a large business such as Saga.
You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience;
Can competently handle different systems and prioritise
Able to work individually as well as within a team and capable of deliveringobjectives
Personal flexibility, aproactiveapproach
Effectivecommunication skills
Good working knowledge of Office 365
Coupa experience preferable
About The Company
Over the past 70 years we have become the UK's specialist provider of products and services to people aged over 50 in the UK. Were one of the most recognised and trusted brands amongst UK consumers in this demographic, recognised for its high-quality products and exceptional standards of service. Our product portfolio includes cruises, holidays, insurance, personal finance products and our Saga Magazine.
We aim to be the most-trusted brand for older people in the UK. Our focus on delivering exceptional products and service empowers our colleagues to create moments that are personal and special for our customers and for each other. Our values underpin our approach and help guide us to deliver our purpose.
Were committed to making sure that colleagues can be their best, be themselves and make a difference more than anywhere else. We do this by creating a truly inclusive culture, where all colleagues can bring their full and authentic selves to work and be treated with dignityand respect in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Thanks to our people, Saga has been ranked 6th in the UKs Best Employers 2025 by the Financial Times and Statista. This recognition, based on the voices of 20,000 employees across the UK, is a testament to the great culture weve built together. This award belongs to all our colleagues who collectively make Saga a fantastic place to work.
We are champions of age inclusivity and signatories of the Age-Friendly Employer Pledge, we are proud of our multigenerational teams we have in place. Were also a committed Disability Confident employer and ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
Your application will have fair consideration, and youll receive personal communication throughout your applicant journey when you apply to join Saga.
For more information on our DEI policies, colleague stories and other opportunities across the business, please visit Jobs and careers with Saga
Saga does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other company location. Saga will not be responsible for any fees related to CVs received in this unsolicited manner.
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