Senior AP: Process Improvement & Automation Lead

Reed; Scotland; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable professional to join the finance team in Scotland. This role focuses on accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, driving an efficient purchase-to-pay process and contributing to continuous improvement.

You'll match, code, post invoices, manage reconciliations, support month-end close, and help standardise procedures while identifying automation opportunities and building strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in end-to-end accounts payable process.
• Ability to process high volumes of supplier invoices with accuracy.
• Experience with process standardisation and automation opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Match, code and post invoices in line with company policies and procedures.
• Manage supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and process supplier payment runs.
• Handle supplier queries and build positive working relationships with stakeholders.
• Monitor AP inboxes and ensure queries are resolved within agreed timescales.
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Invoice processing

Reconciliations

Month-end close

Process improvement

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Reed is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable professional to join the finance team in Scotland. This role focuses on accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, driving an efficient purchase-to-pay process and contributing to continuous improvement.

You'll match, code, post invoices, manage reconciliations, support month-end close, and help standardise procedures while identifying automation opportunities and building strong stakeholder relationships.