Accounts Payable Specialist in Bury St Edmunds

Key Responsibilities

• Process and code supplier invoices in Orderwise and Sage 50; ensure correct VAT treatment and PO matching (3‑way, where applicable).
• Manage payment runs and ensure secure, compliant payments within agreed payment terms.
• Reconcile supplier statements; investigate and resolve overdue or disputed invoices and vendor queries (including any debit balances on creditors).
• Own, document and operate SOX‑relevant AP controls (e.g., supplier master changes, payment run approvals, journal entry reviews, reconciliations); ensure control evidence is retained.
• Handle accruals and prepayments at month‑end; assist with the preparation of journals for close.
• Support intercompany reconciliations and settlement where required.
• Assist with CIS compliance where relevant (verification, withholding, and supplier documentation) and ensure correct tax treatment as applicable.
• Respond to supplier queries promptly; provide excellent internal customer service to requisitioners and procurement.
• Adhoc duties.

Experience

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
• Hands‑on experience with Orderwise and Sage accounting software is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience using Excel.
• Ability to take ownership of role and tasks.

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we are required to, but because it is the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team. Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.