Accounts Payable Specialist

Howett Thorpe; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Farnborough is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team. You will manage the Accounts Payable ledger and ensure timely payments to suppliers. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience in Accounts Payable, along with a strong numerical ability and attention to detail. This role includes offering a competitive salary of £30k-£35k and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Up to 11% employer pension contributions

Study support

Life assurance

Shopping discounts

Paid leave that increases with service

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience working in an Accounts Payable role.
• Able to manage tasks effectively under pressure.
• Experience working across multiple currencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Accounts Payable ledger and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and process purchase invoices.
• Prepare payment runs and collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Strong numerical ability

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work independently under pressure

Experience in building collaborative relationships

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading global manufacturer based in Farnborough, is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team. Join a company who believe in supporting their employees both professionally and personally and offer a fantastic benefits package, including up to 11% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, study support, life assurance, shopping discounts, paid leave that increases with service, free onsite parking, and more.

Job Title

Accounts Payable Specialist

Term

Permanent

Location

Farnborough

Salary

£30k - £35k

Reference no

15916

About the role

Reporting into the Transactional Finance Team Leader, you will maintain the Accounts Payable ledger, ensuring intercompany and 3rd party suppliers are paid in accordance with agreed terms. Main duties include:

• Manage Purchase Ledger accounts for UK and European entities.
• Reconcile supplier statements and receipts on relevant ledgers.
• Reconcile Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI).
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure authorised payments are made.
• Process, code, and match purchase invoices using a 3-way matching system and handle direct invoices at high volume, in line with company policies.
• Ensure invoices have received the correct authorisation before approval.
• Set up new supplier accounts.
• Process direct debits on the ledger.
• Prepare payment runs for authorisation.
• Submit monthly sustainability management data.
• Collaborate with other departments as required to facilitate timely supplier payments.

The successful Accounts Payable Specialist will have:

• At least 2 years experience working in an Accounts Payable role
• Strong numerical ability.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and manage tasks effectively under pressure.
• Proven ability to build collaborative and productive relationships.
• Experience within manufacturing organisations.
• Experience working across multiple currencies.

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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