Accounts Payable Officer
This is a hands-on role taking ownership of the end-to-end Accounts Payable process across multiple Group entities and international regions. Working within a high-volume environment, you’ll be responsible for ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently, while managing international suppliers and complex multi-currency payment cycles.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing the end-to-end Accounts Payable process across multiple entities and regions
- Processing and reviewing high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring appropriate approvals are in place
- Managing international and multi-currency supplier payments
- Reconciling supplier statements and investigating and resolving discrepancies
- Working closely with procurement, finance and operational teams to resolve queries and ensure timely payments
- Maintaining accurate AP records and supporting the wider finance team with month-end close
- Ensuring appropriate financial controls and processes are followed
- Supporting audit requirements and providing relevant AP documentation
- Identifying opportunities to improve AP processes, controls and efficiencies
- Supporting and mentoring more junior members of the Accounts Payable team
About you:
- You’ll be an experienced Accounts Payable professional with at least five years’ experience, ideally gained within a busy, international or multi-entity environment.
- You’ll have strong experience managing multi-currency payments and international suppliers, alongside a solid understanding of the full AP cycle.
- You’ll be confident working with ERP systems, ideally Navision or a similar system, and comfortable using Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
This would suit someone who has progressed beyond a traditional AP position and is comfortable taking ownership of a complex, international Accounts Payable function.
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Accounts Payable Specialist in Hertford employer: Absolute Recruit Careers
Join a dynamic and innovative AI software business that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a vibrant work culture where your contributions directly impact the finance function. With a competitive salary of up to £85,000, share options, and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working arrangements, a learning and development budget, and wellness initiatives, this role provides an excellent opportunity for those looking to thrive in a fast-paced environment while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
