Accounts Payable Clerk

Advocate Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Group is partnering with a global FMCG brand to recruit an Accounts Payable Clerk into their high-performing EMEA finance team. This role offers exposure to an international, multi-currency environment and a fast-paced culture.

Key responsibilities include processing invoices in SAP, supplier management, month-end support, and driving process improvements. You will need at least 2 years in AP, SAP experience, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in Accounts Payable.
• Experience with SAP is required; Concur is highly desirable.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and validate invoices in SAP (VIM).
• Review and verify invoices per policy.
• Manage approvals, coding, and documentation.
• Handle vendor queries; maintain supplier relationships.
• Support month-end invoicing, reconciliation, coding.
• Assist with expenses in Concur and new vendor setup.
• Monitor KPIs and drive process improvements.
• Maintain records and audit readiness.
• Contribute to process/system efficiencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

SAP

Concur

Excel

MS Office

Job description

We’re partnering with an incredible global FMCG brand to recruit an Accounts Payable Clerk into their high-performing EMEA finance team.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, internationally recognised business where no two days are the same and where energy, ownership, and accountability are part of the culture.

If you enjoy working at speed, thrive on accuracy, and want to be part of a brand that challenges the status quo — this could be for you!

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing and validating invoices within SAP (VIM workflow)
• Reviewing and verifying invoices in line with internal policy
• Managing approvals, coding, and supporting documentation
• Handling vendor queries and maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Supporting month-end processes, including invoice reconciliation and coding
• Assisting with expenses (Concur) and new vendor setup
• Monitoring KPIs (e.g. parked invoices) and driving improvements
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting audit readiness
• Contributing to process improvements and system efficiencies

About You

• At least 2 years’ experience in Accounts Payable
• Experience with SAP is required, and Concur is highly desirable
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills
• Experience working in an international, multi-currency environment is a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communicator, confident working with stakeholders at all levels
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise in a fast-moving environment
• Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-focused
• Adaptable mindset with a drive to improve processes

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.