Accounts Payable Administrator

Britvic plc; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

24/7 GP services

Enhanced pension contribution

Generous holiday

Discount range

Job summary

Britvic plc in Solihull is seeking a proactive Accounts Payable Administrator on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will join the Shared Services Finance team, processing supplier invoices, resolving queries and ensuring policy compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong administrative skills, attention to detail and a collaborative approach to support stakeholders and maintain financial controls.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience, preferably within Finance or Accounts Payable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and other Office apps.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently within service levels.
• Validate invoice information and ensure policy compliance.
• Monitor invoice workflow queues and resolve processing exceptions.
• Assist with matching invoices to purchase orders and goods receipts.
• Respond to supplier and internal queries via email and telephone.
• Manage shared AP mailboxes and ensure timely responses.
• Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and account discrepancies.
• Support month-end activities and reporting requirements.
• Maintain audit trails and data integrity.
• Support AP projects and process improvements.

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Administrator 12 Month FTC

Location: Solihull

Job Length: 12 Month FTC

Competitive Salary with extensive benefits:

• Monthly product allowance – alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available
• Private Medical options
• Life Assurance
• Company bonus scheme
• Access to 24/7 GP services
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Generous holiday (inc bank holidays)
• Access to a range of high street discounts

About the role:

Carlsberg Britvic is looking for a proactive and organised Accounts Payable Administrator to join our Shared Services Finance team in Solihull on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for an individual with strong administrative and customer service skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality support to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

The successful candidate will support the Accounts Payable function in ensuring invoices are processed accurately, supplier queries are resolved promptly, and financial controls and company policies are adhered to at all times.

Role Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently within agreed service levels.
• Validate invoice information and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor invoice workflow queues and resolve processing exceptions.
• Support the matching of invoices to purchase orders and goods receipts where applicable.
• Respond to supplier and internal customer queries via email and telephone.
• Manage shared Accounts Payable mailboxes and ensure timely responses.
• Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and account discrepancies.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations.
• Support month-end activities and reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, compliance requirements and financial policies. This aligns with the importance Carlsberg Britvic places on AP controls, supplier management and audit readiness.
• Support data cleansing, reporting and process improvement activities.
• Assist with AP projects and operational initiatives as required.
• Complete routine administrative tasks to support the wider AP team.

Experience and Key Attributes:

Essential

• Previous administrative experience, preferably within Finance or Accounts Payable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.

• Competent in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Team player who actively supports colleagues.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering excellent service.

Desirable

• Previous Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience using SAP, Ariba, VIM or other ERP systems.
• Experience working within a Shared Services environment.
• Understanding of purchase-to-pay processes and supplier management.

This is an exciting time to join our newly formed business – with their incredible individual history’s, innovation of products and some of the UK’s most iconic brands, Carlsberg Britvic strives to deliver the best service to our customers and consumers. We aim to make a difference, bringing together two diverse companies, our global reach enables opportunity, growth and a chance to work with some fantastic people.

This is an exciting time to join our newly formed business – with their incredible individual history’s, innovation of products and some of the UK’s most iconic brands, Carlsberg Britvic strives to deliver the best service to our customers and consumers. We aim to make a difference, bringing together two diverse companies, our global reach enables opportunity, growth and a chance to work with some fantastic people.