Ap Staff Accountant

• Do you have minimum 3 years experience within Accounts Payable?
• Are you looking for a new permanent opportunity in financial services?

This organisation operates within the financial services industry and is based in London.

• Manage the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy, appropriate approvals, and compliance with company procedures.
• Review and validate expense claims, checking coding, supporting documentation, and policy adherence prior to payment.
• Maintain supplier records, including new supplier onboarding, account updates, and banking detail amendments.
• Verify supplier information and conduct control checks to ensure data integrity and minimise risk.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment queries, and supplier issues efficiently.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external suppliers, providing timely support and guidance.
• Assist with payment runs, ensuring payments are processed accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Allocate and reconcile Direct Debit payments, resolving any unmatched or unidentified transactions.
• Support account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records across the purchase-to-pay process.
• Build strong working relationships across the business to ensure smooth and effective finance operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to the continued efficiency of the Accounts Payable function.
• Ensure a high standard of accuracy, compliance, and customer service in all aspects of Accounts Payable administration.

• Over 3 years experience within Accounts Payable, Finance Operations, or a similar transactional finance environment.
• Good understanding of accounts payable processes and core accounting principles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reporting, data analysis, and formula-based tasks.
• Confident using technology and digital tools to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and support problem-solving.
• Experience working with ERP systems, invoice management platforms, or payment processing software is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with systems such as People Soft, Concur, or similar finance applications would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across finance teams and wider business functions.

• Permanent position based in London.
• Salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000, dependent on the level of experience.