Accounts Payable Specialist in Lincoln)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable business in finance is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their friendly finance team in Lincoln. The role involves processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, and contributing to financial operations. The ideal candidate should have a recent finance background, be adaptable, and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Competitive salary and study support are on offer in a growing organization.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Full Study support

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Organised social events

Qualifications

• Experience in processing and verifying invoices.
• Ability to reconcile vendor statements.
• Knowledge of finance operations and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices.
• Improve automated AP systems.
• Prepare payment runs and record expenses.
• Maintain vendor records in ERP system.
• Respond to vendor inquiries.

Skills

Recent experience in a similar finance role

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good IT skills with the ability to create reports

Organised and able to work to deadlines

Adaptable to change

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Lincoln

Salary : £28,000 - £30,000 & Study Support

Benjamin Edwards are currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Specialist for a thriving and reputable business. This is an opportunity to work in a friendly finance team within an organisation that has ambitious growth plans.

What's on offer to the Accounts Payable Specialist

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Full Study support provided
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Organised social events

The role of Accounts Payable Specialist

• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies and procedures
• Continuous improvement of automated AP systems
• Prepare and process payment runs, ensuring accurate allocation and recording of expenses
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records in the ERP system
• Respond promptly to vendor and internal business user inquiries and resolve payment-related issues
• Contribute to KPI information on Finance Operations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and accruals
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and Finance team effectiveness
• Support financial system upgrades, notably in system testing and engaging with business end users

The ideal candidate for the role of Accounts Payable Specialist

• Recent experience in a similar finance role
• Adaptable to change and able to pick up new information quickly
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills with the ability to create reports
• Organised and able to work to deadlines.
• Driven and enthusiastic with a desire to progress and develop in the role

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.