Ashley Kate Finance are working on behalf of a valued client to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a temp contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, international finance team and contribute to the day-to-day processing of high-volume accounts payable activity. The ideal candidate will be available to start immediately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of invoices using SAP and Concur Invoice, ensuring accurate coding (cost centres, general ledger), tax treatment, and appropriate authorisation across UK and European entities.
• Cross-check vendor invoices with the ScheduAll cost tracking system and upload them to SAP via the interface.
• Generate weekly payment proposals across multiple currencies and payment types for Treasury processing, handling any related queries.
• Respond to supplier queries via phone and email, maintaining excellent service standards.
• Reconcile supplier statements against the ledger and follow up on discrepancies.
• Analyse the aged creditors report, investigating outstanding or unusual items including debit balances.
• Support timely resolution of invoice and payment queries, working collaboratively across departments.
• Monitor and report on invoice approval workflows, liaising with department managers to ensure timely sign-off.
• Provide support for vendor payables in relation to:
  • Monthly VAT returns
  • Business Payment Practices Reporting
  • Audit preparation
  • Month-end close activities
• Undertake ad hoc duties and finance projects as directed by the line manager.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong numerical skills and a track record of working with high volumes
• Prior experience handling multi-currency transactions
• Solid background working within an Accounts Payable team
• Confident in performing account reconciliations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organised and proactive in approach