AP Analyst

The Evolv Collection Finance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant discount

Stream earnings access

Employee wellness support

Employee recognition schemes

Training platform (Evolv Edge)

Holiday entitlement increases with end

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Evolv Collection is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst for our Support Office in Farringdon, London. You will process supplier invoices, manage payments, and reconcile accounts with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Ideal candidates have basic accounting knowledge, excellent Excel skills (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, PivotTables), and strong communication with suppliers. Training in HSBCnet and AP processes is provided.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of accounting principles, invoices and supplier accounts.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure correct entity, coding and VAT treatment.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve differences.
• Use Excel to analyse and reconcile data (XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, PivotTables).
• Support supplier payments and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier accounts and respond to queries across teams.
• Assist month-end processes and improve AP workflows.

Skills

Excel (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP)

Attention to detail

Supplier communication

Tools

HSBCnet

Job description

The Role: AP Analyst

The Location: Support Office Farringdon, 16 Kirby St, London EC1N 8TS

The Salary: Up to £33,000 per year

Why Work for Us:

Our industry leading benefits have you covered!

• Industry leading pay: We value your expertise and dedication.
• Dine with style: Enjoy a lavish50% discountat all our restaurants, all day, every day.
• Financial freedom: Take control of your finances withStream– track your earnings in real time, access up to 40% of your pay instantly and save directly from your salary.
• Wellness support: Your wellbeing matters to us! Benefit from a confidentialEmployee Assistance Programwith a 24/7 helpline and complimentary sessions with a trained counsellor.
• Recognition and Reward for a job well done: Shine bright with our Employee of the Month scheme, Long Service Awards and numerous group incentives. You may even earn a place at our yearly employee awards night!
• Grow with us: You will have access to some of the best training our industry has to offer. You will have access to our training platform,Evolv Edgewhich is packed with resources to nurture your skills and knowledge.
• Get some rest: Your holiday allowance increases with length of service.
• Make a difference: Give back to the community with an optional paid day each year for volunteering efforts.
• Spread the love: Benefit from our recommend a friend scheme and share the joy of joining our team.

Who we are:

The Evolv Collection is a pioneering, premium hospitality group, founded by Sir Terence Conran in 1991. Our portfolio includes some of the most iconic restaurants in modern history, located in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and New York. Each brand in our collection reflects a distinctive heritage, character, and ambience. By investing in our people and striving for excellence, we are passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences.

A bit about what you will be doing

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join our team based in our Support Office in Farringdon. As an Accounts Payable Analyst at The Evolv Collection, you will play a vital role in supporting the efficient and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments. This position requires a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. You will ensure timely reconciliations, maintain positive supplier relationships, and contribute to the smooth operation of the Accounts Payable function in line with finance team expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately, ensuring the correct entity, coding and VAT treatment.
• Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations, investigating and resolving any differences.
• Use Excel (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, PivotTables and other reconciliation formulas) to analyse and reconcile data.
• Prepare and support our twice-monthly supplier payment runs, raising payments through our banking systems.
• Support bank and payment reconciliations.
• Manage supplier and restaurant queries professionally and promptly. Including invoice, purchase order and account issues.
• Review outstanding invoices, credits and account balances, keeping supplier accounts clean and up to date.
• Support the AP month-end process to ensure ledgers close accurately and on time.
• Identify duplicate invoices, incorrect postings and other discrepancies.
• Build strong working relationships with key suppliers and internal Finance teams.
• Help ensure AP policies and procedures are followed, and contribute ideas for improving our processes and systems.
• As part of an evolving Finance function, you'll also have the chance to get involved in system improvements, automation and new ways of working as we continue to develop our Accounts Payable processes.

Key Requirements

• Some previous Accounts Payable, Finance or accounting experience is beneficial, but not essential for the right candidate.
• A basic understanding of accounting principles, invoices, credits and supplier accounts.
• Good Excel skills, ideally including XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP and PivotTables.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail, even when processing high volumes of work.
• Confidence communicating with suppliers and internal teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and investigating discrepancies.
• Good organisational skills able to manage your own workload and prioritise deadlines.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to adapt quickly to new systems.
• Experience with HSBC banking systems/HSBCnet, or accounting/purchasing/invoice-processing software, is a plus full training provided.

At The Evolv Collection, we celebrate diversity in all its forms. We embrace and support individuals from every background, culture, and identity. Join our team where everyone is welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive.