Pay Rate: £280 - £300 Daily Rate Inside IR35 via PAYE Umbrella
Duration: 3 Months
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
The Accounts Payable Processor plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely management of supplier invoices and employee expenses. This position is responsible for end-to-end manual processing of Accounts Payable transactions within Sage and Oracle systems, including:
* Verification and entry of supplier invoices, including handling exceptions and ensuring compliance with company policies and tax regulations.
* Processing and validation of employee expense claims, maintaining accuracy and adherence to guidelines, and
* Resolution of discrepancies and queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders,
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Accurately process supplier invoices and expense claims in Sage and Oracle, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
* Investigate and resolve invoice and expense discrepancies promptly, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
* Contribute to team performance reviews, huddles, and visual management boards to drive continuous improvement.
* Execute tasks in strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and internal control frameworks to safeguard financial integrity.
* Achieve and exceed performance targets aligned with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to support business objectives.
* Collaborate with the Accounts Payable & Receivable Management team, identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance process efficiency.
* Maintain full compliance with company policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with corporate governance and ethical standards.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Business Knowledge
* Minimum of 12 months’ experience in a complex and fast-paced Accounts Payable environment, demonstrating accuracy and resilience under pressure.
* Understanding of Accounts Payable principles, practices, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to apply them effectively.
* Strong stakeholder service orientation, ensuring positive interactions and timely resolution of queries.
* Proactive contributor to the continuous improvement of the Accounts Payable function.
Essential Functional / Technical Skills
* Hands-on experience with manual invoice and expense processing in Sage and Oracle.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
* High numerical aptitude and analytical problem-solving skills to manage reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
* Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all financial transactions.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of prioritising tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
* Risk awareness and mitigation capability, ensuring compliance and safeguarding financial integrity.
* Familiarity with Finance IT systems and processes, ideally with experience in Sage & Oracle or similar ERP platforms.
Personal Attributes / Competencies
* Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and adaptable, thriving in an environment of change and continuous improvement.
* Ability to deliver high-quality work at pace, maintaining accuracy and professionalism under pressure.