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Accounts Payable Executive - 6 months Contract

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Contract

Posted 11 days ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Edward Cardona
  • Contact Email: edward.cardona@handle.co.uk
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Expiry Date: 09 January 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH111223

Handle are currently working with a market leading FMCG brand who are looking for an Accounts Payable Executive with SAP experience! The successful candidate will be tasked with assisting in the accounts payable process, ensuring invoices are paid accurately and on time, managing vendor relationships, and helping to enhance the overall efficiency and performance of the finance department.

Key responsibilities -

  • Process supplier invoices promptly, ensuring payments are made in accordance with agreed terms

  • Prepare payment runs, including proforma and ad-hoc payments

  • Manage employee expenses, ensuring compliance with internal policies at all times

  • Reconcile supplier statements to ensure all invoices are accurately recorded in the purchase ledger

  • Assist with month-end closing tasks, including accruals and account reconciliations

  • Generate comprehensive accounts payable reports, including aging reports, payment forecasts, and cash flow analyses

  • Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and regulatory filings by providing accurate and timely accounts payable information

Candidate requirements -

  • Experienced in all areas of purchase ledger

  • Proficient with SAP

  • A desire to learn and to help others learn being curious about the wider businesses

  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritising own work and the work of the team in an organised and accurate manner within tight deadlines

  • Be enthusiastic and versatile and be able to build, develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues

  • Be able to work in central London offices 4 days a week