Accounts Payable Clerk at Chelsea Football Club

The Role

Looking to start your career in finance? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, supportive finance team and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounts payable activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing invoices, credit notes, and expenses accurately and on time.
• Matching purchase orders and goods received notes to invoices, raising and resolving discrepancies.
• Supporting weekly and monthly payment runs (BACS).
•      Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries.
• Reviewing aged creditor reports and unmatched purchase orders.
• Communicating with suppliers and internal teams.
• Supporting audits by preparing reconciliations for key suppliers.
• Carrying out general housekeeping and ad hoc finance tasks.

What You’ll Bring

• Some experience in Accounts Payable or a strong interest in starting a career in finance.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.
• A positive attitude, strong organisation skills, and great attention to detail.
• A team player who is enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to learn.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business.

In return: (Benefits)

• 25 days annual leave (+ Bank Holidays) After three years’ service, AL days increase to 28.
• Pension Contribution (5%)
• Life Assurance (4 x base salary)
• Private healthcare through Vitality
• C2W (Cycle to Work scheme)
• Chelsea Ticket Membership Program – enables employees to purchase tickets for home games 49 days prior to the match
• Free staff lunches at Stamford Bridge (Mon-Fri)
• Discount on club and club-affiliated products (Megastore, Nike 25% discount, Stadium Tours, onsite bar/restaurant etc)
• Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health first aiders and a strong well-being community