Interim Accounts Payable Administrator

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media publishing brand seeks an Interim Accounts Payable Assistant to enhance its P2P function. You will manage the end-to-end payables process, ensuring timely payments and compliance with all financial controls and regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong AP experience, proficiency in Oracle Fusion Financials, and a solid accounting background, while supporting a dynamic and diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in fast-paced AP position.
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay best practices.
• Solid accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely payment of suppliers.
• Support the P2P Manager in month-end tasks.
• Assist with onboarding new suppliers.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

Oracle Fusion Financials

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Interim Accounts Payable Assistant needed for a market leading media publishing brand! This role sits within the P2P function, so you'll have exposure to the whole payables process from front to back. The successful candidate will assist the P2P Manager in maintaining strong financial controls to reduce the risk of fraud or error and also ensure compliance with PAYE, VAT, and other applicable regulations.

Key responsibilities include -

• Ensure accurate and timely payment of suppliers and contributors based on approved POs and coding, in line with company payment terms
• Monitor aged creditors and invoices on hold, taking action to resolve account issues
• Support the P2P Manager in completing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end tasks, including system close, reconciliations, and KPI reporting
• Assist with onboarding new suppliers, ensuring compliance with due diligence and P2P policies
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to resolve issues, support new processes, and promote timely PO creation and training where needed
• Support month-end processes by addressing outstanding invoicing issues with the business

Candidate Requirements -

• Have worked in another fast-paced AP position for a minimum of 2 years
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay best practices
• Solid accounting knowledge
• Proficient in Oracle Fusion Financials
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated with effective problem-solving abilities

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.