P2P Senior Analyst

Culina; Chester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics specialist in the UK is seeking a P2P Analyst to handle supplier invoices and maintain strong vendor relationships. The role requires processing high volumes of invoices, reconciling statements, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have experience with Excel, Outlook, and ideally SAP. This position offers competitive annual leave, a pension scheme, and various employee wellness benefits aimed at fostering a thriving workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlement of 24 days plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme with 4% contribution from employer

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition programs

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in processing supplier invoices and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Ability to perform high-volume invoice processing accurately.
• Strong communication skills for query resolution.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Support audits through necessary documentation.
• Respond to supplier queries professionally.

Skills

Excel

Basic formulae for statement reconciliations

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

SAP (ECC6 or S/4)

Tools

SAP

Job description

As a P2P Analyst, you will ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders, and support the overall efficiency of the accounts payable function. A successful P2P Analyst will always provide an excellent level of customer service to both your internal and external stakeholders offering clear and accurate communication throughout the query resolution process.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Match purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices (3‑way matching)
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation
• Ensure compliance with VAT and other relevant financial regulations
• Respond to supplier and internal queries professionally and promptly
• Share any learning and support peers
• Demonstrate flexibility in transitioning between sub‑teams as needed
• Proactively seek the opportunity for new and existing process improvements and assist implementation where appropriate
• Take appropriate corrective action and identify, recommend solutions to any errors or mistakes

Required Skills

• Have used Excel and be familiar with basic formulae for statement reconciliations (e.g., pivot, filter)
• Working knowledge of Outlook, PowerPoint and Word
• Nice to have: Experience with SAP (ECC6 or S/4) and VIM, or an equivalent ERP system

Company Overview

Culina Group is a market‑leading ambient and chilled food and drink third‑party logistics specialist. We provide warehouse and distribution alongside fresh, food manufacturing, co‑packing and bonded divisions, working in partnership with some of the biggest household names in the food and drink sector. With over 20 million square feet of warehousing spread across 100+ depots, we employ in excess of 22,000 people to ensure that our 2.2 million deliveries reach the correct location. Our extensive network enables us to provide a comprehensive supply chain management service covering the whole of the UK and Ireland.

As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers. Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Benefits

• Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 24 days plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension scheme – we offer a contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer to help you enjoy a comfortable retirement
• Life Assurance – double your annual salary
• Wellness – via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Eye Care Vouchers – free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
• Reward & Recognition – we recognise employees who go the extra mile through Employee of the Month/Year, special recognition and long‑service awards
• Everyday discounts – access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings through our benefit platform