Role Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Officer specialising in Accounts Payable to take ownership of the end-to-end AP process. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier transactions, maintaining effective payment processes, and supporting the efficient running of accounts payable operations.You will also play a key role in supporting internal stakeholders and maintaining strong supplier relationships through the professional handling of queries.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices into the finance system, handling transactions received from multiple sources and formats.
• Review and validate invoices, ensuring correct allocation of spend, cost centres, and accounting treatment in line with internal policies.
• Ensure all approvals are obtained and compliant with established workflows prior to processing and payment.
• Support and administer finance systems used within the accounts payable function.
• Manage transaction deferrals, including monitoring and maintaining prepayments.
• Prepare and process supplier payment runs in a timely manner.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and proactively resolve any discrepancies.
• Monitor invoice queues to ensure efficient processing and issue resolution.

Essential Skills & Experience

• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualified (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience managing the full Accounts Payable cycle, including both services and goods procurement, within a high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, controls, and best practices.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new finance systems and tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and guide colleagues on AP processes.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Understanding of accounting principles, including VAT and invoice matching processes.
• Experience developing or adhering to structured AP procedures.
• Background within a project-based, consultancy, or product-led environment.

Key Competencies

• Strong organisational skills with effective planning and time management.
• Proactive approach with the ability to work independently.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and completion.
• Problem-solving mindset with an interest in continuous improvement.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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