Group Accounts Payable – Guildford, UK
Job type: Full time, 40 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed Term – 9 month Contract
Hybrid working: Five days in the office during probation; if probation successful, two days office, three days remote
Location: Guildford, UK
Role Overview
The Group Accounts Payable role is responsible for the day‑to‑day processing of supplier overhead invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and preparing weekly and monthly payment runs across multiple offices. The role also supports ad‑hoc finance projects and ensures accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all Accounts Payable activities.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Process supplier overhead invoices promptly and accurately
- Handle urgent payment requests in line with SLAs
- Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs in multiple currencies
- Update the Accounts Payable ledger and issue remittance advice to suppliers
- Liaise with suppliers, respond to queries within agreed timeframes, and resolve discrepancies
- Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate account records
- Perform daily bank reconciliations
- Assist with month‑end closing of the AP ledger and conduct monthly reviews of AP ledgers
- Support audit preparation and provide required documentation
- Undertake additional finance‑related tasks as required by management
Experience, Skills, Abilities & Knowledge – All Essential
- Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role within a fast‑paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Office, Teams, and shared digital workspace drives
- Experience with accounting software (Sage X3 desirable)
- Experience working in a multi‑entity and multi‑currency environment desirable
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage queries professionally
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage high‑volume workloads
- Adaptable, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
Accountability
- Office & Personal H&S compliance
- Compliance with GDPR & ISO
- Comply with relevant legislation
- Responsible for processing potentially sensitive and special category data in line with data protection regulations
- Must adhere to company Data Protection and Information Security policies
- Demonstrate full compliance with GDPR requirements and ISO standards
- Maintain awareness and understanding of all relevant accredited ISO regulations
Rewards & Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Electric car scheme after probation
- Company Kinetic Benefit scheme after 12 months of service
- Mentorship programme
- Part of a Great Place To Work accredited company
- Amazing office environment
- Cutting edge technology provided
Equal Opportunities
K2 has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity and expects all employees to implement and promote this in their own work.
Health and Safety
K2 is committed to a healthy and safe working environment. All candidates must prove they have the right to work in the UK, provide satisfactory references, and undertake a pre‑employment health check.
Application
Please contact the HR team at hr@k2group.com if you need reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process.
We look forward to hearing from you.
