Accounts Payable Accountant in England

Please note: this is an onsite role. 5 days in office is a must.

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to oversee our payment processes, ensure accurate and timely vendor payments, and maintain strong financial internal controls. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AP operations, contract compliance, and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, payment processing, and reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contracts management, and financial regulations.
• Liaise with vendors to resolve any variances.
• Liaise with and provide guideline for internal departments (e.g., sales, operation, legal teams etc) to resolve any problem of expense claims.
• Prepare breakdown of accrual and assist month‑end journal entry.
• Maintain accurate records of invoices, contracts, and payment approvals.
• Assist payment run including routine and urgent payment with headquarter.
• Oversee payment runs (e.g., via NetSuite) and provide associated remittance or proof to headquarter for documentation purpose.
• Support audits and implement process improvements for efficiency.
• Any ad hoc assignment as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of AP or finance experience.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP) and Excel.
• Strong sense and understanding of compliance, contracts, and financial controls.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Prior involvement in managing a shared service centre for finance operations.
• Fluency in English; Mandarin/Cantonese or other European languages is a strong plus to facilitate communication with HQ and regional teams.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry

Retail and Wholesale

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