Accounts Payable

We are recruiting for an accounts payable role.
The accounts payable role is:
Office based
Monday - friday
8:45 - 17:00
Accounts Payable Key Responsibilities:
* Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct coding to the general ledger and appropriate cost centres.
* Managing a £25 million purchase ledger independently
* Match purchase invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes (3-way matching) and investigate any discrepancies.
* Maintain and update supplier master data including bank details, contact information, and payment terms.
* Reconcile supplier statements on a regular basis and resolve any differences or disputed items promptly.
* Manage supplier queries via phone and email, providing professional and timely responses to maintain good working relationships.
* Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies, including price variances, duplicate invoices, and missing documentation.
* Monitor accounts payable aging reports and follow up on outstanding or overdue items.
* Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
* Prepare and provide accounts payable reports to the Finance Manager as required.
* Support internal and external audit processes by supplying documentation and explanations when requested.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of accounts payable processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and controls.
* Assist with system upgrades, testing, or process changes relating to the accounts payable function.
* Maintain well-organised digital and physical records for all invoices, approvals, and payment confirmations.
* Work collaboratively with purchasing, operations, and other departments to resolve issues and improve invoice processing.
* Provide cover for other finance team members when required and support ad-hoc finance projects.
* Prepare and process regular supplier payment runs using approved payment methods (BACS, CHAPS, international transfers, cheques).
Accounts Payable Skills and Experience:
* Previous experience in an accounts payable/purchase ledger
* Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
* Good communication skills (written and verbal)
* Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel