Accounts Payable

The Accounts Payable Processor plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely management of supplier invoices and employee expenses. This position is responsible for end-to-end manual processing of Accounts Payable transactions within Sage and Oracle systems, including:

• Verification and entry of supplier invoices, including handling exceptions and ensuring compliance with company policies and tax regulations.
• Processing and validation of employee expense claims, maintaining accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
• Resolution of discrepancies and queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities:

• Accurately process supplier invoices and expense claims in Sage and Oracle, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and expense discrepancies promptly, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Contribute to team performance reviews, huddles, and visual management boards to drive continuous improvement.
• Execute tasks in strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and internal control frameworks to safeguard financial integrity.
• Achieve and exceed performance targets aligned with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable & Receivable Management team, identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance process efficiency.
• Maintain full compliance with company policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with corporate governance and ethical standards.

Please note: These accountabilities are not exhaustive. The role may require additional responsibilities as business needs evolve.

You will need:

• Minimum of 12 months' experience in a complex and fast-paced Accounts Payable environment, demonstrating accuracy and resilience under pressure.
• Understanding of Accounts Payable principles, practices, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to apply them effectively.
• Strong stakeholder service orientation, ensuring positive interactions and timely resolution of queries.
• Proactive contributor to the continuous improvement of the Accounts Payable function.

Skills:

• Hands-on experience with manual invoice and expense processing in Sage and Oracle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• High numerical aptitude and analytical problem-solving skills to manage reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all financial transactions.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of prioritising tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Risk awareness and mitigation capability, ensuring compliance and safeguarding financial integrity.
• Familiarity with Finance IT systems and processes, ideally with experience in Sage & Oracle or similar ERP platforms.

Personal Attributes:

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and adaptable, thriving in an environment of change and continuous improvement.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work at pace, maintaining accuracy and professionalism under pressure.
• Collaborative team player, contributing positively to shared goals and supporting colleagues when needed.

If this is of interest, please apply today! Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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