AP Staff Accountant

## AP Staff Accountant Apply locations:
London time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 7 Days Agojob requisition :
R-00136

Position Summary    The EMEA Payment Operations team is part of the London-based EMEA Corporate Accounting team, which sits within the wider global Corporate Accounting department. This position is based in London and is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable function. The role ensures invoices, payments, supplier records, and employee expenses are processed accurately and efficiently while providing a high level of service to suppliers and business stakeholders.
Requirements    Professional Experience
* 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Payment Operations, or a similar finance function preferred.
* Basic understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
* Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of formulas, data analysis, and reporting tools.
* Comfortable leveraging technology and AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and support problem solving.
* Prior experience with ERP, invoice management, or payment processing systems (e.g., People Soft, Concur) preferred.

Competencies & Attributes
* Strong organisational and attention to detail skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong team player with a positive attitude and collaborative approach.
* Ability to work independently and use sound judgement when resolving issues.
* Proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks and queries.
* Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
* Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple competing deadlines.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities.
* Ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and colleagues across global teams.

Primary Responsibilities Invoice, T&E Review & Processing
* Review invoices submitted through the Global Payment Management (GPM) system, ensuring all required information has been accurately captured and appropriately approved.
* Validate invoice details, including supplier information, legal entity, cost centre allocation, payment instructions prior to payment processing
* Verify supplier banking information against approved supplier records and escalate any inconsistencies in accordance with company controls and procedures
* Ensure invoices have progressed through the appropriate approval workflow before completing the Accounts Payable review and releasing them for payment
* Investigate and resolve invoice exceptions and processing errors in a timely manner
* Support the entry and coding of invoices within the GPM system where required, particularly for complex transactions or where additional assistance is needed by business stakeholders
* Work closely with requestors and approvers to ensure invoices are submitted accurately and sufficient supporting documentation is provided to facilitate timely processing.
* Review employee expense reports submitted through Concur, ensuring compliance with company policies and supporting documentation requirements.
* Verify the accuracy of expense coding, receipts, approvals, and policy adherence prior to approving reports for payment.
* Provide guidance and support to employees on Concur-related queries, expense policies, and reimbursement procedures.

Supplier Management & Controls
* Review and process supplier setup and modification requests submitted through the Global Payment Management (GPM) system, ensuring all required supporting documentation is complete and accurate.
* Perform supplier callback procedures in accordance with company policies and internal controls to validate supplier information and banking details.
* Review and validate supplier banking changes, escalating exceptions or discrepancies where appropriate.
* Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, resolving escalated issues relating to invoices, payments, and supplier records.

Payment Processing & Reconciliations
* Support payment processing activities and assist with payment runs as required.
* Allocate Direct Debit payments to the appropriate invoices and entities, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.
* Investigate and resolve unmatched or unidentified payments in a timely manner.

Education & Certificates
* Secondary education or equivalent required.
* Further education in accounting, finance, business, or a related field preferred.
* Accounting…