Lead Accounts Payable Specialist — Legal Disbursements

Career Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic US law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to manage their accounts payable system. The role involves processing invoices, managing firm expenses, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of VAT processes, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is an essential position within a six-member finance team, ensuring that all financial records are accurate and timely.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the accounts payable function.
• Assist the team with the firm's expenses recorded through Concur.
• Accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices.
• Recording and reconciling credit card transactions and direct debits.
• Checking and processing of external professional fees and disbursements.
• Ensuring refunds and credits are dealt with in line with SRA Accounts Rules.
• Maintaining and reconciling the petty cash.
• Uploading payments into the banking system and submitting for approval.
• Ensuring digital invoices are filed and uploaded correctly.
• Producing month end reports for management.

Skills

Knowledge of VAT process

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Motivated and driven

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

A dynamic US law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to manage their accounts payable system. The role involves processing invoices, managing firm expenses, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of VAT processes, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is an essential position within a six-member finance team, ensuring that all financial records are accurate and timely.