We are recruiting for an accounts payable role. The accounts payable role is: Office based Monday - friday 8:45 - 17:00 Accounts Payable Key Responsibilities: * Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct coding to the general ledger and appropriate cost centres. * Managing a £25 million purchase ledger independently * Match purchase invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes (3-way matching) and investigate any discrepancies. * Maintain and update supplier master data including bank details, contact information, and payment terms. * Reconcile supplier statements on a regular basis and resolve any differences or disputed items promptly. * Manage supplier queries via phone and email, providing professional and timely responses to maintain good working relationships. * Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies, including price variances, duplicate invoices, and missing documentation. * Monitor accounts payable aging reports and follow up on outstanding or overdue items. * Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. * Prepare and provide accounts payable reports to the Finance Manager as required. * Support internal and external audit processes by supplying documentation and explanations when requested. * Contribute to continuous improvement of accounts payable processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and controls. * Assist with system upgrades, testing, or process changes relating to the accounts payable function. * Maintain well-organised digital and physical records for all invoices, approvals, and payment confirmations. * Work collaboratively with purchasing, operations, and other departments to resolve issues and improve invoice processing. * Provide cover for other finance team members when required and support ad-hoc finance projects. * Prepare and process regular supplier payment runs using approved payment methods (BACS, CHAPS, international transfers, cheques). Accounts Payable Skills and Experience: * Previous experience in an accounts payable/purchase ledger * Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy * Good organisational and time-management skills * Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines * Good communication skills (written and verbal) * Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel