Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an Accounts Payable Specialist and drive excellence in vendor payment processing. This pivotal role requires meticulous attention to detail and expertise in managing high-volume transactions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial workflows while ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible working options, and clear career progression paths for dedicated professionals.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume accounts payable transactions with 99.9% accuracy
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies within SLAs
- Optimize invoice-to-payment cycles using SAP and Oracle systems
- Lead month-end closing activities for AP ledger reconciliation
- Develop process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Manage employee expense reports and reimbursement workflows
- Ensure strict adherence to HMRC regulations and internal controls
Qualifications
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience in a UK-based organization
- Proficiency in SAP FICO or Oracle Financials modules
- ACCA/CIMA part-qualified or equivalent accounting qualification
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros
- Exceptional problem-solving skills for complex payment discrepancies
- Strong understanding of UK VAT regulations and purchase orders
- Experience with electronic payment systems (BACS, CHAPS)