Accounts Payable Specialist

 
Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: St Albans
Type: Full Time
Salary: £26,000-£28,000
  
As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and processing the organisation’s supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies. This role is pivotal in maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, verify, and process supplier invoices and expenses.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile all supplier statements.
• Ensure timely payment to vendors while adhering to payment terms.
• Monitor and respond to inquiries from suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions.
• Assist with month-end closing and account reconciliations such as bank statements and credit cards.
• Collaborate with other finance team members to ensure efficient operations.

  
About You
Seeking a detail-oriented professional with a proactive mindset and a passion for accuracy. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring the following skills and qualifications:
Essential:

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and practices.
• Experience of working with high volumes of data.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience of working to deadlines, in a high-pressure environment
• Experience with specific accounting software, e.g., SAP, Sage, Oracle.