Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an Accounts Payable Specialist in London's thriving financial district. We're seeking a meticulous professional to optimize our payment processes and vendor relationships. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, hybrid work options, and career growth opportunities within a FTSE 100 company.
As a key member of our accounts payable department, you'll ensure seamless financial operations while gaining exposure to cutting-edge accounting systems. Our collaborative culture values precision and innovation, providing the perfect environment for ambitious finance professionals to excel.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume invoices and expense reports with 99.9% accuracy
- Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepancies proactively
- Reconcile AP sub-ledgers and GL accounts monthly
- Optimize payment cycles to maximize cash flow and early payment discounts
- Implement and maintain internal controls for AP processes
- Collaborate with procurement and treasury teams on financial initiatives
- Prepare month-end AP reports for senior stakeholders
Qualifications
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience in a corporate environment
- Proficiency in SAP or Oracle ERP systems
- Strong understanding of UK GAAP and VAT regulations
- Advanced Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, macros)
- CIPS or ACCA part-qualified preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Proven experience with 3-way matching and PO validation