Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

28000 – 35000

Permanent

Kilsyth, Scotland

We are seeking an experienced, motivated and focused candidate for a successful and well established construction business based in Kilsyth, Scotland. The successful candidate will work as an Accounts Payable Specialist undertaking the below responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate validation and processing of supplier invoices, including material and CIS/RCT suppliers.
• Maintain compliance with company SLAs and financial policies.
• Collaborate closely with Procurement and Commercial teams to ensure prompt and accurate payments.
• Support the delivery of business–as–usual finance operations alongside ERP–related activities.
• Validate invoices for correct PO, VAT, company name, and accounts payable details.
• Identify and resolve duplicate invoices; coordinate the provision of credit notes.
• Process high volumes of material purchase and CIS/RCT invoices in line with company SLAs.
• Manage shared mailboxes and respond to supplier queries promptly and professionally.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Maintain electronic filing of all documentation to ensure audit readiness.
• Assist with ad hoc departmental projects as required.
• Ensure accurate data entry and payment processing with strong attention to detail.
• Use SAP, COINS, Basware Alusta, Rental Results, and Concept systems proficiently.
• Communicate effectively–both written and verbal–with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across departments and with suppliers.
• Work to strict deadlines and escalates issues appropriately to avoid delays.
• Apply knowledge of the construction industry, including Plant Hire, CIS, and VAT, where relevant.

• Ability to work in a large volume, busy environment.
• Be process–orientated, service driven, and enjoy being part of a team.
• Numerical competency in data entry.
• Confident in manual processing.
• Clear and logical thinking and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team and deliver strong results.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with colleagues of all levels.
• Studying towards AAT or ACCA desirable.
• Working knowledge of SAP, COINS mandatory.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a successful construction business.

If you are interested in the role of Accounts Payable Specialist please do not hesitate to apply today.

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003