Accounts Payable

Job in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK1, England, UK

Listing for: Investigo

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-10

Job specializations:

Finance & Banking
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting & Finance, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk
Accounting
Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting & Finance, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30000 GBP Yearly GBP 30000.00 YEAR

Accounts Payable ClerkOverviewThis role supports the finance function with the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, maintenance of purchase ledger records, and reconciliation of supplier accounts. The position involves close collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure efficient accounts payable operations.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable Processing

Process a high volume of supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation
Review invoice coding and resolve discrepancies where required
Ensure invoices are approved and processed in a timely manner in line with agreed payment terms

Reconciliations & Controls

Reconcile supplier statements and investigate variances
Maintain up-to-date and accurate purchase ledger accounts
Perform regular reviews of outstanding invoices and follow up on missing approvals
Support month-end activities, including reconciliations and reporting

Payments & Forecasting

Assist in preparing payment runs for review and processing
Contribute to short-term cash flow forecasting through supplier payment analysis

Queries & Stakeholder Support

Respond to supplier and internal queries via phone and email
Work collaboratively with internal departments to resolve invoice and payment issues

Compliance & Administration

Ensure appropriate VAT treatment on all transactions
Process employee expense claims in line with internal policies
Maintain accurate records within the finance system

Continuous Improvement

Support process improvements and automation initiatives
Contribute to finance-related projects as required (e.g. system upgrades or process optimisation)

General Administration

Support general office administration tasks where required, including handling incoming correspondence

Key Outcomes

Accurate and timely processing of invoices and supplier payments
Well-maintained and reconciled supplier accounts
Compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
Efficient and streamlined accounts payable processes

Skills & Experience

Previous experience in an accounts payable or finance environment
Understanding of purchase ledger processes and VAT
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
Effective communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and finance systems (ERP experience beneficial)
Exposure to process improvement or systems projects is advantageous