Title:  Invoicing Support

Location:  Hybrid between Ansty Office (CV7 9JU) & Home
Advertised Salary:  £34,356-£40,419 depending on skills & experience
Job Function:  Finance
Working Hours:  37
Location Type:  Hybrid
Contract Type:  Permanent
Req ID:  2932
Posting End Date:  24/8/26

 

Location: Hybrid between Ansty head office (CV7 9JU) & Home, typically 2 days in the office (Tuesday & Thursdays)

 

As these skills are essential to the role, we will only be progressing with candidates who can demonstrate Accounts Payable experience, experience with SAP ECC/S/4HANA or Ariba, and a track record of resolving complex invoicing and payment issues.
 

 

Supporting supplier payments that keep the business moving

 

We're looking for an Invoicing Support Specialist to join our Financial Services team and provide expert support across supplier invoicing, payment processes and Accounts Payable operations.

 

Acting as a subject matter expert, you'll resolve complex invoicing and payment issues, maintain strong financial controls, support supplier relationships and help drive continuous improvement across our Procure-to-Pay processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, stakeholder engagement and improving the way services are delivered.

 

Why you'll love this role

 

  • Be the expert – Act as a trusted point of contact for complex supplier invoicing, payment and query resolution.
  • Own key processes – Manage activities including GRIR reconciliations, statement reconciliations, credit notes and complex PO issues.
  • Drive performance – Analyse operational data and identify opportunities to improve KPIs, SLAs and service delivery.
  • Improve the way we work – Support automation, standardisation and continuous improvement initiatives across Financial Services.
  • Varied and rewarding work – Contribute to audits, supplier onboarding, controls, compliance and system enhancements.
  • Build strong relationships – Work closely with suppliers, stakeholders and external partners to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Support business transformation – Help deliver improvements across SAP, S/4HANA, Ariba and associated finance systems.
  • Develop others – Share expertise through coaching, training and knowledge-sharing activities across the business.

 

What You'll Bring

 

  • Accounts Payable expertise – Strong experience in supplier invoicing, Procure-to-Pay or Accounts Payable environments.
  • Systems knowledge – Experience working with SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP Ariba and advanced Microsoft Excel.
  • Financial controls mindset – Good understanding of governance, compliance, audit requirements and fraud prevention controls.
  • Analytical capability – Ability to interpret data, identify trends and drive effective solutions to operational issues.
  • Problem-solving skills – Confidence handling complex invoice, payment and supplier queries through to resolution.
  • Stakeholder engagement – Proven ability to build strong working relationships and influence positive outcomes.
  • Continuous improvement focus – Experience identifying and implementing process improvements and efficiencies.
  • Communication and ownership – Able to explain complex issues clearly, take accountability and support positive change.

 

 

Operating within a purpose-driven organisation, Financial Services plays a critical role in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately, controls remain robust and business operations run effectively. This role offers flexibility, variety and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your expertise within a collaborative team environment

 

Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.

 

Interviews are expected to take place early September

 

 

At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

 

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

 

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

 

What’s In It for You

 

Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

 

  • Annual bonus
  • Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
  • 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
  • An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
  • Career development with funded learning options
  • Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
  • Generous family policies and flexible benefits
  • Retail discounts, gym access, and more

 

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

 

Diversity and Inclusion

 

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!

As a proud Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process and we will ensure that support is provided.

What’s next?

 

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd

 

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