Accounts Payable Administrator

KLA; Newport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Annual bonus scheme

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

KLA’s Shared Service Centre in Newport is seeking an AP Accounts Administrator to support multiple European entities with transactional finance needs. You will handle invoices, vendor payments, accruals and month-end tasks while maintaining strong stakeholder communication.

Day-to-day work includes accuracy in processing invoices, dashboard creation, and escalation of queries. The role requires teamwork and initiative in a fast-paced, global finance environment with opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experience in an AP role within a Shared Service Centre or multinational environment
• Understanding of accounting principles & practices
• ERP systems experience, preferably SAP
• Proficient in accounting software & Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Responsibilities

• AP invoice processing
• Creation of vendor payment dashboard including sampling reviews & approval gathering
• Sellbacks
• Vendor bank validation
• Negative approvals DD allocation
• Aged creditors
• Month end activities (Accruals & Balance Sheet Reconciliations for Prepayments; GRIR; AP; Fixed Assets; Inventory)
• Other general tasks within SSC & AP requirements

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independence / initiative

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

About KLA

KLA are a world-leading technology company with a strong global presence, committed to innovation & operational excellence. Our Shared Service Centre (SSC) in Newport currently supports 10 European entities with their transactional finance services & is on an exciting journey to expand its scope globally, transitioning towards a Global Business Services (GBS) model over the next 4–5 years. Group/Division KLA is known for its high-performing business model. Our Finance organization, comprised of Operations and Corporate Finance teams, delivers expert guidance to develop and execute sound business practices. Operations Finance teams use analytics, modeling and data tracking to shape business decisions. Corporate Finance's spectrum of services includes internal and external financial reporting, accounting, taxes, industry analysis, benchmarking, internal audits, and merger and acquisition support.

Role Overview

This role will be within the Shared Service Centre’s transactional finance team which is currently made up of 11 team members & supports 10 European entities. Within this position, the AP Accounts Administrator role will be supporting multiple European entities with their transactional finance needs. Customer service is at the forefront of what we do so regularly communicating with our stakeholders is a must. Day-to-day will encompass accurate & timely processing of invoices with swift escalation of any queries. The vendor payment run is a fortnightly task which is actioned in line with our annual schedule. Month end tasks are varied & include accruals & reconciliations of sub ledgers.

Day-to-day responsibilities

• AP invoice processing
• Creation of vendor payment dashboard including sampling reviews & approval gathering
• Sellbacks
• Vendor bank validation
• Negative approvals DD allocation
• Aged creditors
• Various month end activities (Accruals & Balance Sheet Reconciliations for Prepayments; GRIR; AP; Fixed Assets; Inventory) all completed to pre agreed deadlines
• Other general tasks that fall within SSC & AP requirements

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role within a Shared Service Centre or multinational environment
• Knowledge of accounting principles & practices
• Technical experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Proficient in accounting software & Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail & accuracy in data entry & financial reporting
• Fluid communication & interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational & time management skills
• Ability to work independently & as part of a team using your own initiative to solve problems &/or support others with theirs
• Familiarity with financial regulations & compliance requirements
• Proactive in their approach to work & a positive, customer focussed attitude

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of a global AP function within a leading technology company
• Competitive salary & benefits package including annual bonus scheme via personal objective accomplishment
• Opportunities for professional development & career progression
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive & collaborative work environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role

Use of AI Statement

At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset. We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees. KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.