Accounts Payable Specialist - European Operations

INEOS; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

INEOS Inovyn, a leading European chemicals producer, seeks an Accounts Payable Officer to manage a supplier portfolio and own the end-to-end invoice process in an international setup. You will ensure accurate payments, VAT treatment, and timely resolutions across ERP systems.

You will join the Central Financial Controlling team, collaborating with Procurement and site teams to drive process improvements and robust controls in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum A-Level, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification.
• 2–3 years of experience within an Accounts Payable or Finance Administration role.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and controls.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Good knowledge of VAT and invoice processing requirements.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently across multiple ERP systems.
• Verify approvals, goods receipts, supporting documentation, and VAT treatment.
• Manage logistics invoices and support self‑billing processes where applicable.
• Monitor invoice workflows and resolve discrepancies to ensure timely payment.
• Investigate blocked invoices and supplier credit notes and ensure prompt resolution.
• Maintain supplier accounts and ensure payments comply with agreed payment terms.
• Handle supplier queries professionally and build strong working relationships.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve disputes in collaboration with Procurement, Finance, and site teams.
• Support weekly payment runs and monitor overdue balances.
• Prepare reports and performance statistics for the Accounts Payable Manager.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and invoice automation performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the Accounts Payable function.

Skills

Accounts Payable

SAP

VAT

Invoice processing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

A-Levels or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

INEOS Inovyn, a leading European chemicals producer, seeks an Accounts Payable Officer to manage a supplier portfolio and own the end-to-end invoice process in an international setup. You will ensure accurate payments, VAT treatment, and timely resolutions across ERP systems.

You will join the Central Financial Controlling team, collaborating with Procurement and site teams to drive process improvements and robust controls in a fast-paced environment.