Accounts Payable and Reconciliations Officer
The Peloton
Penryn, Cornwall, TR10
£29,000 to £32,000 per annum, depending on experience
Permanent, Full Time, Office Based
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
About This Opportunity
The Peloton is seeking an Accounts Payable and Reconciliations Officer to join its finance team in Penryn. This is a hands-on finance role for someone who is organised, accurate and confident working with supplier invoices, payments, reconciliations and finance records. The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day accounts payable function, ensuring invoices are processed correctly, payments are prepared accurately, and supplier accounts are reconciled and up to date. This is not a generic administration role. It requires someone who understands the importance of detail, enjoys structure and responsibility, and can communicate effectively with suppliers, colleagues and the wider finance team.
About The Peloton
The Peloton is a Cornwall-based chartered accountancy firm supporting clients with accountancy, tax, bookkeeping, payroll and business finance services. The team uses modern accounting systems and values clear communication, reliable service and practical financial support. The company culture is professional, supportive and people-focused. The Peloton invests in its team, maintains high standards and believes that people perform best when they are properly supported. This is a workplace where accuracy matters, but so does collaboration, transparency and doing things properly.
About the Role
The Accounts Payable and Reconciliations Officer will support the day-to-day finance function and help maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, checking approval routes, reconciling supplier accounts, preparing payment information, resolving finance queries, supporting month-end routines and maintaining clean audit trails. You will manage the finance inbox, liaise with suppliers and internal colleagues, and ensure that the accounts payable ledger remains accurate and well maintained. This role plays an important part in the smooth running of the finance department and offers genuine exposure to varied finance work within a respected accountancy practice environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Checking invoice details, VAT treatment, coding and supporting documentation
- Matching purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices where applicable
- Assigning invoices for approval and following up on outstanding approvals
- Maintaining the accounts payable ledger and ensuring records remain accurate and up to date
- Preparing supplier payment runs for review and authorisation
- Posting supplier payments and matching payments to invoices within the finance system
- Completing supplier statement reconciliations and investigating differences
- Reconciling purchase ledger balances and supporting month-end checks
- Resolving supplier queries by email and phone in a professional manner
- Managing the finance inbox and prioritising urgent or time-sensitive queries
- Setting up new supplier accounts and updating supplier details in line with internal checks
- Supporting verification checks for supplier bank detail changes
- Processing credit notes, refunds and adjustments
- Supporting expense processing where required
- Maintaining accurate filing, records and audit trails
- Liaising with colleagues across the business to resolve invoice, payment and account queries
- Supporting the Finance Manager or senior finance team with reports, aged creditor reviews and year-end audit preparation
- Helping to improve finance processes, templates and internal records where appropriate
- Maintaining confidentiality and handling financial information in line with GDPR and internal policy
Requirements
- Previous experience in accounts payable, purchase ledger, finance administration, bookkeeping, accountancy practice support or a similar finance role
- Good understanding of invoice processing, supplier payments and reconciliations
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Confident working with numbers, spreadsheets and finance systems
- Good Microsoft Excel skills (lookups, filters, formulas and reconciliations would be useful)
- Experience using Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar accounting software would be advantageous
- Ability to manage a steady workload and meet deadlines
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Professional approach when dealing with suppliers, clients and internal colleagues
- Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
- Organised, reliable and able to work well as part of a team
- AAT qualification, part qualification or relevant finance training would be beneficial but is not essential if you have strong practical experience
Suitable Background
This role may suit candidates with experience as an Accounts Payable Officer, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Administrator, Reconciliations Assistant or Accounts Payable Assistant. Job title matters less than the right practical experience and a genuine understanding of supplier invoices, payments and reconciliations.
What The Peloton Offers
- Salary of £29,000 to £32,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Permanent, full-time role
- Monday to Friday working hours, 8:00am to 4:00pm
- Office-based role in Penryn
- Supportive and professional team environment
- Opportunity to work in a respected accountancy practice
- Exposure to modern accounting systems and varied finance work
- Clear expectations, proper support and a team that values accuracy and communication
- Ongoing learning and development where appropriate
Working Hours and Location
This role is Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. The position is office-based in Penryn, Cornwall, TR10. Candidates should be able to reliably commute to Penryn for an on-site role.
Application Process
Please apply through Indeed with an up-to-date CV. Applications will be reviewed against the experience and requirements listed in this advert. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for an initial conversation before progressing to interview.
Equal Opportunities
The Peloton welcomes applications from candidates with relevant experience. Hiring decisions are based on skills, experience and suitability for the role.
Pay: £29,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
