Senior Accounts Payable

2fawcett; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

2fawcett in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to join our finance team in Duddeston. You will manage supplier invoices, coding, and queries, supporting day-to-day AP operations in a busy, collaborative environment.

The role requires at least 3 years in accounts payable, strong numeracy and Excel skills, and familiarity with Sage 200 or similar. Permanent, full-time, office-based with standard hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounts payable.
• AAT qualification desirable.
• Experience with automated invoice processing systems beneficial.
• Experience using accounting software; Sage 200 familiarity beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to reconcile complex accounts.
• Excellent numeracy skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Highly organized, accurate, and able to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing: Post, verify, and code purchase invoices and credit notes; manage automated uploads.
• Reconciliations: Monthly reconciliations of supplier statements.
• Supplier Management: Act as main contact for suppliers; resolve payment queries and maintain master data.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to AP processes.
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure AP activities adhere to policies; assist audits.
• Financial Reporting: Assist with month-end reporting and closing.

Skills

Invoice processing

Reconciliations

Supplier management

Process improvement

Compliance & audit

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Education

AAT qualification desirable

Tools

Sage 200

Automated invoice processing systems

Job description

Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

Location: Duddeston, Birmingham

Salary: Up to £30,000

Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Office-Based

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to join our client's finance team based in Duddeston, Birmingham.

Our client is a well-established and growing pharmaceutical business, offering the opportunity to join a busy and collaborative finance team where you'll play a key role in supporting the accounts payable function, driving process improvements, and ensuring the efficient delivery of day-to-day AP operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Post, verify, and code purchase invoices and credit notes from multiple suppliers; manage automated invoice uploads as systems evolve.


• Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations of supplier statements to maintain accurate accounts.


• Supplier Management: Act as the main point of contact for suppliers, resolving payment queries, disputes, and maintaining master data.


• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to AP processes for efficiency and compliance.


• Compliance & Audit: Ensure all AP activities adhere to company policies and act as first point of contact for internal and external audits.


• Financial Reporting: Assist with month-end reporting and contribute to the month-end closing process.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in accounts payable


• AAT qualification is desirable


• Experience using automated invoice processing systems would be advantageous


• Experience using accounting software; familiarity with Sage 200 would be beneficial


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to reconcile complex accounts


• Excellent numeracy skills


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel


• Highly organised, accurate, and efficient with strong prioritisation skills


• Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams