Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist - 6-Month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Hybrid / Uxbridge

A well-established and fast-paced business is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its finance team on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payment runs, and financial reconciliations.

Key Responsibilities:

Invoice Processing

• Receive and process supplier invoices via email

• Obtain appropriate approvals and confirm nature of purchases

• Match invoices to purchase orders, investigate and resolve discrepancies

• Accurately enter invoices into the accounting system using correct cost codes

Additional Duties

• Manage the finance email inbox daily, following up on queries and escalating where necessary

• Reconcile supplier statements monthly to ensure all invoices are accounted for

• Post daily bank transactions into the accounting system

• Perform weekly bank reconciliations to ensure up-to-date and accurate balances

• Process monthly employee expense claims and set up payments

• Prepare and execute weekly supplier payment runs

• Set up monthly payroll payments accurately and on time

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Solid experience in an accounts payable or finance assistant role

• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills

• Confident working with finance systems and handling high volumes of transactions

• A team player with excellent communication and follow-up skills

• Available to start quickly and commit to a 6-month contract

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and supportive finance team during a busy period. Competitive salary offered based on experience.

To apply, please send your CV and availability.

- Process high volumes of supplier invoices - Match POs and resolve supplier queries - Assist with weekly payment runs and month-end tasks