Job Description
Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part-Time Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic finance team in London. This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance professional to contribute to a prestigious firm while enjoying a flexible work-life balance. You will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations, ensuring timely vendor payments, and supporting the broader accounting team.
Our ideal candidate is proactive, efficient, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of invoices, reconciliation of accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records using our leading ERP systems.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify a high volume of supplier invoices for accuracy, completeness, and authorization.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or queries promptly.
- Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers via BACS and other payment methods.
- Maintain and update the AP ledger and reconcile sub-ledgers regularly.
- Communicate effectively with vendors regarding invoice status and payment schedules.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures as required.
- Support the finance team with ad-hoc reporting and data analysis.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of verifiable experience in an Accounts Payable role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and accounting software (SAP, Oracle, or Xero).
- Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work independently in a part-time capacity.
- Knowledge of UK GAAP and basic bookkeeping principles is highly desirable.