Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for an Accounts Payable Coordinator.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional to support the day-to-day operations of the finance function. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, expenses, and payments, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and supporting month-end activities and continuous process improvements within the finance team.
Responsibilities:
* Receive, verify, and record invoices to ensure they match purchase orders and receipts, preventing duplicate or unauthorised payments.
* Schedule and process vendor payments via cheque, ACH, or wire transfer, ensuring timely and accurate payment.
* Review and approve expense reports in line with audit policy, monitor short‑term debts, report on expenses, and manage corporate cards including onboarding, offboarding, and credit limits.
* Set up and maintain suppliers, complete due diligence, resolve discrepancies, and ensure all tax, contract, and audit documentation is compliant and up to date.
* Maintain accurate records for financial reporting, tax purposes, and internal audits, and support the Management Accountant with month‑end close activities, including journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
* Support system and process improvements across accounts payable and assist the wider finance team with ad hoc and month‑end tasks.
Requirements:
* 3-5+ years in accounts payable or related financial roles, or finance grad +2yr.
* Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting and expenses software and Microsoft Excel.
* Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in financial data and compliance with company policies.
* Organisational and Communication Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with internal teams and vendors.
* Comfortable operating in ambiguity and high-growth environments.
Preferred:
* Experience supporting month-end close in a multi-entity or fast-paced environment.
* Familiarity with process improvement or system implementation projects within finance.
* Experience working with multiple vendors and stakeholders across the business.
* Experience working in a fast‑paced or multi‑entity environment.
Should you wish to be considered for this position, please apply below
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
Accounts Payable Coordinator in Cambridge employer: Nicholas Howard Ltd
As a leading Global Pharmaceutical client, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our remote working model allows for flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that impact global health, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a difference in the procurement field.
