**Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Runcorn
Fully office based
Hours: 8.30am-4.15pm Mon to Fri
Purpose of the Job:
Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier-related requests in our clients ERP systems, ensuring invoices are prepared for payment by the due date.
Key Accountabilities:
- Invoice Processing & Compliance:
- Process raw material, goods, and service invoices with proper authorisation and correct VAT coding across company systems (manual and automated workflows).
- Handle logistics invoices efficiently, maintain accurate SAP base tables for Self Bill agreements, and ensure correct VAT codes.
- Supplier Account Accuracy & Payments:
- Maintain accurate supplier accounts and adhere to country-specific payment methods, ensuring timely payments in accordance with the companys payment calendar.
- Regularly review and minimise unallocated credit notes and blocked invoices.
- Supplier Queries & Issue Resolution:
- Address and resolve supplier disputes and unpaid invoice issues promptly, supporting positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Conduct supplier statement reconciliations as needed to reduce query volumes, collaborating with Procurement, Finance, and site teams.
Required Profile:
Education & Experience:
- Minimum NVQ Level 3/A-Level qualification.
- At least 2-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable.
Technical Skills:
- High IT literacy and numeracy
- Understanding of national and European invoice handling processes.
- Ability to build effective business relationships.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Detail-oriented and tenacious to ensure compliance with policies and supplier terms.
- Strong interpersonal and persuasive communication skills for cross-cultural interactions.
- Methodical problem-solving approach, with strong organisational skills for multi-tasking.
- Team player with adaptability to change and support resource needs.
- Self-motivated, with excellent self-management and independence.
- Effective communicator with high synthesis and reporting quality.
Summary:
This role demands a proactive, detail-focused individual who can manage multiple tasks, foster relationships, and ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices to support the company's financial operations.