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Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable SpecialistLocation: London (On-site - 1 day from home)Salary: £40,000 per annumJob Type: Full-time, PermanentHours: 37.5 hours per week
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join a fast-paced finance team, playing a key role in enhancing the Accounts Payable (AP) function. You'll be responsible for overseeing core AP processes, driving improvements, ensuring compliance with P2P processes, and delivering actionable financial insights.
This role is ideal for someone with strong AP experience who thrives in a collaborative, solutions-focused environment and is ready to step up into a senior-level position.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and optimise the full AP process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
- Collaborate with procurement, finance, and transformation teams to improve systems and processes.
- Perform cost analysis and support decision-making with data-driven insights.
- Manage invoice processing, discrepancy resolution, supplier reconciliations, and record-keeping.
- Guide and support junior AP staff, promoting continuous development.
- Champion process efficiency and support strategic improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Essential:
- 3–5 years of Accounts Payable or similar finance experience
- Strong knowledge of P2P/AP processes and internal controls
- High attention to detail and ability to handle high transaction volumes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive mindset with a problem-solving approach
Desirable:
- AAT qualified or part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA)
- Experience in the healthcare sector
- Familiarity with SUN Systems and Proactis
Why Apply?
- Join a values-driven organisation with a strong team culture
- Work in a role with real responsibility and room to influence improvements
- Competitive salary and opportunities for development
If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and lead on key AP initiatives, we’d love to hear from you.
