Accounts Payable Analyst

Alexander Lloyd; Horley; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Horley is looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to join their finance team. The role involves managing supplier invoices, conducting reconciliations, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely payments. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in Accounts Payable within a senior or analytical role, and be proficient in Excel. This is a full-time position with a potential hybrid work model post-probation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior or analytical role in Accounts Payable.
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Confident communicator with ability to build supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and process supplier invoices accurately.
• Perform reconciliations of supplier statements.
• Manage payment runs and maintain supplier relationships.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Support system/process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Proven experience in Accounts Payable

Strong knowledge of AP processes

Excellent attention to detail

Confident communicator

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This range is provided by Alexander Lloyd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Direct message the job poster from Alexander Lloyd

Office-based throughout probation (3–6 months), potential hybrid thereafter

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to join a finance team in Horley. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong AP knowledge to take ownership of end-to-end processes, support continuous improvement, and ensure accuracy across all supplier payments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Perform reconciliations of supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Manage payment runs and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Assist with system/process improvements and mentor junior team members
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve queries in a timely manner

Requirements

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable, ideally in a senior or analytical role
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, reconciliations, and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build supplier and stakeholder relationships
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Retail