JOB TITLE: Accounts Payable Clerk

DEPARTMENT: Finance

LOCATION: Stamford Bridge

CONTRACT: Permanent, Full Time

Closing date: 24th February

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.

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

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you. 

Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.