AP Accountant (12-Month Temp)

An opportunity has arisen for an AP Accountant to join a respected finance team in London. This role offers the chance to play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth operation of the AP function, supporting both internal and external stakeholders while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. With exposure to a collaborative and knowledgeable team and the chance to develop your skills within a supportive environment. * 12-Month temporary assignment. * Competitive day rate between £200 - 350 per day depending on experience. * Central London location with flexible working opportunities.

Responsibilities:

1. Review, verify, and process vendor invoices with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all documentation is accurate and approvals are obtained before booking into SAP.
2. Maintain positive relationships with vendors by managing queries, resolving payment discrepancies promptly, and handling requests for new vendor creation within SAP.
3. Prepare payment requests for submission to the treasury department, ensuring strict adherence to company policies and agreed payment terms at all times.
4. Reconcile accounts payable transactions and statements regularly to guarantee accuracy in financial reporting and support month-end closing activities.
5. Process employee expense reports efficiently while ensuring full compliance with company policies and procedures.
6. Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing accruals, reconciliations, and supporting documentation as required by the finance team.
7. Maintain comprehensive records and documentation to ensure compliance with internal controls and facilitate audit requests when necessary.
8. Identify opportunities for process improvements within the accounts payable function, implementing efficiencies that enhance overall performance.
9. Support adherence to Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policies by following established procedures and participating in relevant training or critical tasks as needed.
10. Collaborate closely with internal teams such as treasury, planning, HR, project technical functions, and external vendors or service providers.

The Ideal Candidates:

1. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is preferred; part qualification in ICAEW/ACCA or similar professional body would be advantageous but not essential.
2. Demonstrated proficiency in accounting software such as SAP or Oracle alongside advanced Microsoft Excel skills is highly desirable for this role.
3. A thorough understanding of tax regulations and compliance requirements related to accounts payable processes will set you apart from other candidates.
4. Experience working with automated invoice processing systems is considered beneficial but not mandatory.
5. Exceptional analytical skills combined with a high level of accuracy are essential for reviewing invoices and reconciling accounts effectively.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are required for liaising with vendors as well as internal stakeholders across multiple departments.
7. Proven ability to resolve invoice discrepancies efficiently while maintaining positive working relationships both internally and externally.
8. Strong time management skills are necessary to prioritise tasks effectively and meet deadlines during peak periods or month-end close cycles.
9. A collaborative mindset that embraces teamwork, knowledge sharing, and supports others’ development within a communal finance environment is highly valued.
10. Willingness to work overtime during busy periods or travel occasionally within the UK as business needs dictate.

Next Steps:

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career within a supportive team environment where your expertise will truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your future as an Accounts Payable Accountant awaits!

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