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.