Accounts Payable Analyst

Location:Grange Over Sands

Contract: Full-Time

The Opportunity

Butler Rose is recruiting for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join a busy finance team on a full-time, two-year fixed-term contract in Barrow-in-Furness.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement are key. You'll play an important role in ensuring supplier invoices are processed efficiently, payments are made on time, and financial controls are maintained across the purchase-to-pay process.

Working alongside an experienced Accounts Payable Lead, you'll also contribute to system improvements and help drive greater automation within the finance function.

The Role

You'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable function while working closely with suppliers, operational teams, and colleagues across the wider finance department.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices through an automated Accounts Payable system, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Post invoices directly into SAP where manual intervention is required.
• Apply VAT knowledge when validating and processing invoices.
• Run payment proposals and process payment postings accurately within SAP.
• Monitor and reconcile supplier accounts, investigating and resolving outstanding queries.
• Analyse aged creditor reports to support supplier management and cash flow activities.
• Manage the shared Accounts Payable inbox, responding to supplier and internal queries promptly.
• Support testing, upgrades, and continuous improvements to Accounts Payable systems.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and automation.
• Complete monthly control activities and compliance reporting.
• Provide additional support across the wider finance team as required.

About You

You'll be a detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional with strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and suppliers.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working within a busy Accounts Payable environment.
• Experience using SAP.
• Strong reconciliation and invoice processing experience.
• Good understanding of VAT in relation to Accounts Payable.
• Experience preparing reports and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Desirable

• Experience using Medius or another Accounts Payable automation system would be advantageous.
• Understanding of purchase-to-pay processes.
• Experience supporting finance systems testing or process improvements.
• Relevant finance qualifications are welcome but practical experience is the priority.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team where you'll develop your skills in SAP, AP automation, and financial controls while working in a modern and evolving finance environment. If you're looking for a role where your attention to detail and problem-solving skills can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.