South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
Accounts Payable Officer
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Accounts Payable Officer
Senior Accounts Payable Officer – Accounting & Finance
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Accounts Payable Officer to join our busy Finance Department. This is a key operational role responsible for:
- Ensuring the timely and accurate processing of supplier payments
- Supporting the Accounts Payable Team Leader
- Maintaining strong financial controls across the Trust
The successful candidate will take responsibility for a designated portfolio of suppliers, resolve complex invoice queries, support junior staff, and contribute to the continual improvement of our Accounts Payable service.
Additionally, the role provides essential support during system upgrades and project rollouts, including:
- Aiding in the training of colleagues
- Ensuring effective adoption of new processes
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Accounts Payable Officer, you will:
- Ensure prompt and accurate processing of supplier invoices
- Support the Accounts Payable Team Leader, deputising when required
- Supervise and quality-check work completed by Accounts Payable Clerks
- Resolve complex payment and invoice queries with suppliers and internal departments
- Maintain and improve purchasing and payment systems, particularly during new system rollouts
- Support the Trust in meeting Public Sector Payment Policy (PSPP) targets
- Maintain robust financial controls, audit requirements, and high-quality record-keeping
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About South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust
We are proud to belong to South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust, an organisation dedicated to improving mental healthcare through expert services, rich history, and a commitment to excellence.
The Care Quality Commission currently rates our services as "good"—we aspire to reach "outstanding".
Our Vision & Transformation
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming mental health care through initiatives such as:
- Building two state-of-the-art mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital
- Investing £120 million over the next five years to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027
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Our Values
We are committed to being inclusive, diverse, and actively anti-racist, actively seeking to attract talent from all backgrounds.
Our Commitment to Care
Our work is shaped through co-production and community involvement, ensuring the best quality care for people with mental ill-health.
Benefits & Working Environment
We offer:
- Flexible working opportunities
- Career development programmes
- A supportive and welcoming culture that enables personal and professional growth
“We're here to support patients on their journey to recovery—join us and be part of it.
Important Notice
Unless otherwise stated in this advert, the role is not subject to sponsorship. All offers of employment are subject to proof of right to work in the UK.
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Contact for Further Details
Name: Dhruv Sharma Job Title: Senior Financial Controller Email: Dhruv.Sharma@swlstg.nhs.uk
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