Accounts Payable Specialist (sole charge - French desirable)

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing luxury international fashion brand in East London seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist. The role involves managing end-to-end AP processes, requiring strong organizational skills and relevant industry experience. The position offers flexible working options, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Discretionary bonus

Study support

£500 annual clothing allowance

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Beautiful offices with river views

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Recent experience in end-to-end Accounts Payable, preferably in a sole charge capacity.
• Industry experience in Retail/FMCG sector is essential.
• Experience with multiple currencies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process and code approximately 100 supplier invoices daily.
• Prepare and execute nine weekly payment runs in multiple currencies.
• Manage aged payables and support internal/external audits.

Skills

Accounts Payable

French language skills

Process improvement

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Your company
You will work for a fast-growing luxury international fashion brand with stunning offices located in East London.

Your new role
This is a sole charge Accounts Payable role, responsible for end-to-end AP processes including but not limited to:

• Processing and coding approximately 100 supplier invoices daily, ensuring correct tax application for foreign currency invoices
• Preparing and executing nine weekly payment runs in multiple currencies (GBP, EUR, USD)
• Reconciliation of supplier statements
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Investigating and resolving supplier queries
• Assisting with month-end close processes
• Managing aged payables
• Collaborating with internal teams to improve invoice processing efficiency
• Supporting internal and external audits
• Engaging in ongoing process improvement and streamlining

What you'll need to succeed

• Recent, relevant experience in an end-to-end Accounts Payable role, preferably in a sole charge capacity
• Industry experience in Retail/FMCG sector is essential
• French language skills are highly desirable
• Experience with multiple currencies is highly advantageous
• Interest in process streamlining to improve efficiencies

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options, with a hybrid pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 remote
• Discretionary bonus
• Study support
• £500 annual clothing allowance (at cost price)
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Beautiful offices with river views, on-site coffee/snack bar, and a creative environment
• Opportunities for career progression and management responsibilities within 12–24 months
• Engagement in a dynamic, supportive work environment committed to making a difference