Serco Plc
Purchase to Pay Co-ordinator
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Purchase to Pay Co-ordinator
Purchase to Pay Coordinator – 1x Full Time & 1x Part Time
Location: Leicester / Hybrid Salary: Up to £26,500 (+ Benefits) Contract: Fixed Term – 12 Months
About the Role
Serco Leisure is recruiting for two Purchase to Pay (P2P) Coordinator* roles (1x Full Time, 1x Part Time – minimum 4 days, 25 hours) within our UK&E Finance team, operating a hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
Our finance teams are fundamental to sustaining leisure operations across the UK. We seek organised, customer-focused professionals to oversee supplier payments, purchase orders, and Accounts Payable processes, ensuring financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
This is an ideal opportunity for:
- Candidates with P2P, Accounts Payable, or finance administration experience (or in early-stage AAT studies).
- Graduates looking to gain experience in a large organisation.
- Those who thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment and wish to develop their finance career.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves supporting transactional finance processing for the Leisure Business Unit. Key tasks include:
- Processing supplier invoices, credit notes, and purchase orders
- Managing supplier queries and maintaining strong relationships
- Reconciling supplier statements and aged creditors
- Supporting month-end reconciliations and financial reporting
- Processing GRNs (Goods Received Notes) and assisting procurement teams
- Maintaining supplier and contractor records
- Supporting CAPEX administration and expense processing
- Driving improvements in finance processes
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Requirements
Essential
- Experience in Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, or purchasing administration
- Ability to organise, prioritise, and handle high-volume tasks accurately
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Confident in using Microsoft Excel and finance systems
- Proactive, adaptable, and keen to learn
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience with Purchase to Pay (P2P) processes
- Knowledge of reconciliations, VAT, or financial controls
- Studying or interest in AAT or comparable finance qualifications
Why Join Serco Leisure?
At Serco Leisure, we empower communities through leisure and wellbeing services. As part of our finance team, your work has tangible impact—supporting sports facilities, leisure centres, and healthcare services that enhance quality of life.
Key Benefits
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Serco discounts (cinema, Merlin Entertainment, shopping, mobile plans, leisure centre memberships)
- Health & wellbeing benefits:
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health Cash Plans
- Free flu jabs
- Career development opportunities including:
- Role-specific training
- Leadership coaching
- Formal study support
- Safe and inclusive culture
- Commitment to diversity & inclusion
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About Serco
Serco delivers essential public services worldwide, from defence and healthcare to justice and transport. Our 50,000-strong team is committed to innovation and excellence.
By joining Serco, you gain: ✅ Access to Global Employee Networks (Gender Equality advocacy, Multicultural inclusion, Disability support, LGBT & networks). ✅ A supportive employer dedicated to flexibility and fair opportunities.
Employer Accreditations: ✔ Disability Confident Leader ✔ Gold Inclusive Employer Standard ✔ ’Ban the Box’ pledge – supporting fair access for candidates with unspent convictions (tor public-sector-sensitive roles)
How to Apply
🔗 Complete your application via the [Apply Button]. 📞 For assistance: Contact Serco Recruitment on 0345 010 4000.
Note: Serco may close applications earlier if volumes exceed expectations. Applants with disabilities meeting minimum criteria will be invited to interviews showcasing their abilities. Flexibility discussions are welcome.
We work in a hybrid model and strongly encourage a diverse, inclusive candidate pool.
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