Accounts Payable Accountant

Paul Ekman Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global communication platform is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant to join their Finance team in Greater London. You will handle supplier invoices, maintain financial records, and contribute to AP process improvements. The ideal candidate has experience in Accounts Payable, a strong understanding of financial systems, and excellent attention to detail. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

30 days of annual leave

Virtual Shares

Monthly Hack Fridays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, accounting principles, and financial systems.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the invoice approval workflow.
• Post and process invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile credit card statements regularly.
• Ensure the AP sub ledger is maintained accurately.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Tools

Workday ERP system

Job description

Meet DeepL

DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human‑sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity, and empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

What Sets Us Apart

What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. Our products have helped countless people worldwide and our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses brings cultures closer together. Being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well‑being.

Meet the team behind this journey

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Accountant to join our Finance team. In this role, you will be a key part of our Accounts Payable (AP) function, ensuring smooth processing of all supplier invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and contributing to the ongoing optimisation and automation of our AP processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the invoice approval workflow to ensure timely approvals and payments.
• Post and process invoices accurately and efficiently in accordance with company policies and deadlines.
• Reconcile credit card statements on a regular basis to maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records.
• Ensure the AP sub ledger is consistently maintained and reflects the true state of payables.
• Collaborate with the AP team to improve workflows, implement digital tools, and drive automation initiatives.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining high standards and structures within the AP team.

What You Bring

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, accounting principles, and financial systems.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Experience with Workday ERP system is a plus.
• Team player with a proactive attitude and a problem‑solving mindset.
• Interest in process improvement, digitalisation, and automation in finance.

What We Offer

• Diverse and internationally distributed team: you become part of a large, global community with people from more than 90 nationalities.
• Open communication, regular feedback: as a language‑focused company, we value clear, honest communication and lead with empathy and a growth mindset.
• Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule with office days twice a week and flexible hours.
• Virtual Shares: every employee receives virtual shares that link your contribution directly to DeepL’s growth.
• Regular in‑person team events: we host local and company‑wide events that bring us all together.
• Monthly full‑day hacking sessions: every month we have “Hack Fridays” to work on projects you’re passionate about.
• 30 days of annual leave plus access to mental health resources.
• Competitive benefits: tailored to support every location and make you feel supported every step of the way.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

DeepL welcomes you for who you are. We appreciate authenticity. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more diverse voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will succeed, contribute, and think forward. Bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. In our diversity, we find the power to break down language barriers in the world.