Accounts Payable Specialist

Howett Thorpe • Permanent • Fleet, Surrey, England, United Kingdom • £30k - £35k / year • 3d ago

Our client is a well-established business based in Fleet, who are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their friendly, busy finance team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ finance experience and will be currently studying AAT or keen to start studying towards an AAT qualification. Full study support is provided, along with strong opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Fleet

Salary: £30k - £35k

Reference no: 16096

Accounts Payable Specialist – About The Role

In this role you will report into the FD and be responsible for the AP function, including invoice processing, supplier management, reconciliations, payment runs, expenses and ongoing process improvement and automation. Main responsibilities

Ensure accurate validation and processing/coding of supplier invoices
Manage invoice approval process, liasing with managers/directors
Manage new supplier creation process and maintain accurate supplier records
Prepare regular supplier reconciliations
Post bank transactions and supporting bank reconciliations
Manage employee expenses, checking compliance with company policy and resolving queries
Support payment runs, preparing schedules and resolving any outstanding issues
Develop automated posting process and help implement 'Paperless' application
Identifying process improvements and support system or workflow changes

The successful candidate will have:

Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience using SAGE50 accounting software
2+ years of relevant AP/finance experience.
An organised, methodical approach to managing a high volume of transactions.
Excellent communication skills — comfortable liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.
Ideally already studying for AAT or similar accountancy qualification

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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