Accounts Payable Clerk

Permanent – Part-time/Job-share - Salary: £25,000 - 30,000 pro rata, doe – Location: Gatwick or Newport

About AerFin

AerFin is breathing new life into aviation. We buy, sell, lease and repair aircraft, engines, and parts to maximise the value for their owners and provide a lower-cost supply of material to our airline, lessor and MRO customers. Through our deep technical expertise and high-performance culture, we deliver confidence-inspiring quality, safety and value to our customers. Our blend of industry expertise and experience – today’s insight and tomorrow’s foresight – gives us a unique perspective on our industry that is trusted by over 600 customers across six continents. With regional hubs in Europe, Asia and the USA we’re perfectly placed to keep fleets flying and get deals done. That’s the AerFin way. That’s the way ahead.

About The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk for a part-time, job-share role working Wednesday to Friday. This role ensures timely and accurate supplier payments, maintains complete financial records, and supports transparency and compliance, while collaborating closely with internal teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Process supplier invoices promptly, verifying accuracy against purchase orders and resolving discrepancies.
• Schedule and process supplier payments, maintaining complete transaction records.
• Maintain an accurate purchase ledger, posting entries and reconciling accounts.
• Monitor aged payables and prepare reports on creditor balances and payment forecasts.
• Set up new supplier accounts, validating VAT registration and essential information.
• Respond to supplier queries professionally and collaborate internally to resolve issues.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure records match bank transactions.
• Ensure proper documentation, approvals, and audit trails for all transactions.

What We’re Looking For

• A finance-related qualification (e.g., AAT Level 2 or 3) is preferred but not essential.
• Experience in accounts payable, purchase ledger, or similar roles.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems) preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and ability to collaborate with teams.
• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

What We Offer In Return

• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working, ability to work between home and the office
• Volunteering Leave
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Scheme
• 27 days of annual leave with an option to buy or sell an additional 5 days per year
• Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Social events and much more