Interim Accounts Payable Coordinator

Confidential; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential in London is seeking an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Coordinator to join the Group Finance team. You will own the AP process, review supplier invoices, and support the month-end close in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must have 3+ years in Accounts Payable and proven NetSuite experience; immediate availability is required. The role offers an interim contract with London-based work and close collaboration with the wider finance function.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in Accounts Payable.
• NetSuite experience is essential.
• Strong AP processes knowledge and controls.
• Experience with ERP platforms.
• Immediate availability to start.

Responsibilities

• Process and review supplier invoices with accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and process supplier payments.
• Reconcilia supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain AP records with supporting documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers and stakeholders to resolve queries.
• Ensure AP activities follow policies and controls.
• Support month-end close with reconciliations and reporting.
• Provide information for internal and external audits.
• Identify issues in AP processes and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with Finance to run shared services efficiently.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Coordinator to join a growing Group Finance team within a hugely successful global retail business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong AP experience to join a fast-paced environment, take ownership of the AP process and help drive best practice across the wider finance function.

Responsibilities

• Process and review supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Prepare and process supplier payments via electronic transfers and other payment methods
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve any discrepancies promptly
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date AP records, ensuring all supporting documentation is properly maintained
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment queries
• Ensure AP processes are carried out in line with company policies, controls and procedures
• Support the month-end close process, including reconciliations and preparation of relevant financial information
• Provide documentation and information required for internal and external audit processes
• Identify issues within AP processes and support improvements to systems and ways of working
• Work collaboratively with the wider Finance team to ensure an efficient and effective shared services function

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience within an Accounts Payable role is essential
• Previous experience using NetSuite is essential
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and core accounting principles
• Experience working with finance systems/ERP platforms, with NetSuite experience particularly important
• Must be immediately available to start

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