Accounts Payable Processor

Job Introduction We are looking for an Accounts Payable Processor to work on HS2 Main Works. This Accounts Payable Processor role is in our Plant A/P team, where you will be responsible for the day-to-day handling of supplier accounts, invoice logging, invoice processing, query resolution and be involved in the payment process. Role Responsibility

Key Responsibilities Accountabilities Project  Accounting - Integrity of costs and accuracy & transaction processing Financial control, Governance, segregation of duties & process flows

Maintenance of sound financial controls, in line with JV guidelines, ensuring that all applicable requirements can be met at all times

General administration of finance information and data, ensuring records are maintained for an adequate period, kept securely and sufficient information is kept to meet group requirements.

General Duties Ensure all invoices are processed in a timely and accurate manner including VAT rates and receipts

Manage invoice approval process so that suppliers are paid in line with their contracted Terms and Conditions.

Manage invoice processing through the project’s accounting system (E1) Manage supplier queries, ensuring issues are addressed in a timely manner, which may involve dealing with the wider project team Maintain accurate records of costs not included within the system for accrual at period end Maintain supplier statement reconciliations in line with the JV requirements and proactively resolve differences within the ledgers and supplier statements.

Confirm all approvals are in line with the JV agreed Delegated Financial Authority levels.

Assist with internal & external audit requests

Assist with updating and maintaining purchase invoice register

Assist with managing inboxes

Assist with requests for information, back up documents for the Commercial team.

Assist with supplier invoice processing and statement reconciliations where required

Become the main point of contact for suppliers with payment or invoice queries delivering excellent customer services

Assist with other project related tasks as required

The Ideal Candidate Required qualifications, skills, behaviors, and attributes

EssentialGCSE or Equivalent:
Grades A*-C (including mathematics and English)
Excel, IT & Communication Skills Good attention to detail

Takes ownership of output

Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Self-confident

Desirable

Previous experience ideally in a similar role within the construction industry

Experience of using a computerised accounting system (E1)
SCS Railways
Job Reference

scsrail/TP/7304/4386

Contract Type

Permanent

Closing Date

1 November, 2026

Job Category

Project wide Services

Business Unit

Financial Control

Location

London , Flexible

Posted on

21 October, 2026