Accounts Payable Specialist

Antal International Network; Slough; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Slough is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant for an onsite, temporary position. The role requires end-to-end management of Accounts Payable tasks, including invoice processing and payment execution. Candidates should have a strong background in Accounts Payable, ideally in a shared service environment, and possess excellent analytical skills. Immediate availability is essential.

Qualifications

• Accountancy qualification or relevant experience in AP/accounting.
• Proven experience in Accounts Payable ideally in shared services.
• Strong understanding of month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable including invoice processing.
• Execute payments and handle supplier queries.
• Support month-end closing tasks and manage AP audits.

Skills

Accounting qualification or relevant AP/accounting experience

Proven Accounts Payable experience

Strong understanding of AP best practices

Experience with Microsoft Office

Excellent analytical skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Accounts Payable Accountant – Temporary, Onsite – Slough

Hours: 37.5 per week | Rate: £15.00 – £18.46 per hour | Start: ASAP | Location: Slough (onsite, with parking)

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis. This is an onsite role, candidates must be able to start immediately and hit the ground running.

Skills & Experience

• Accounting qualification or relevant AP/accounting experience
• Proven Accounts Payable experience, ideally in a shared service environment
• Strong understanding of AP best practices and month-end processes
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines with high attention to detail

Personal Traits

• Integrity, accountability, teamwork, and a focus on continuous improvement
• Customer-focused with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of Accounts Payable, including invoice and T&E processing, payment execution, and supplier queries
• Daily invoice postings in ERP systems: obtaining approvals, resolving issues, analysis and reporting
• Preparation and execution of payments, including T&E postings via Concur
• Vendor support and statement reconciliations
• Lead AP software processes to ensure timely invoice approvals and accurate data
• Weekly KPI reporting and AP aging review
• Support month-end closing tasks: intercompany reconciliations, accruals, and GRNI
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and ad hoc projects as required
• Manage AP audits and ensure compliance with internal controls

This is a hands-on role for someone confident managing AP processes independently. If you’re experienced, detail-oriented, and ready to start immediately, we want to hear from you!

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