Accounts Payable Specialist - Global Law Firm

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for their Slough office. The role involves managing the complete accounts payable system, including processing invoices and ensuring compliance with accounting rules. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal firm's accounts payable role and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal firm’s accounts payable role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire accounts payable function.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Reconcile credit card transactions.

Skills

Knowledge of VAT processes

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Proficiency in IT

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

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Accounts Payable Specialist - Global Law Firm, slough

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Client:

Ryder Reid Legal

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Hybrid: 3 days in the office / two from home

Ryder Reid Legal seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to join one of our prestigious, global law firm clients on a permanent basis at their London office. The AP Specialist will take full ownership of the firm’s accounts payable system, managing everything from invoice processing to payment. This role is crucial in handling both firm expenditures and professional disbursements related to the firm’s legal work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire accounts payable function
• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely
• Reconcile credit card transactions and direct debits
• Handle external professional fees and disbursements
• Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules
• Maintain petty cash and upload payments for approval
• Produce month-end reports for management and audit purposes

The Ideal Candidate:

• Knowledge of VAT processes and basic accounting principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and time management abilities
• Proficiency in IT (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience in a legal firm’s accounts payable role is highly preferred

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

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