Accounts Payable Analyst

Summary: We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Analyst to join our Finance team in London. The candidate should have experience in commercial and financial environments, particularly in FMCG, and possess strong skills in invoice processing and financial software systems like SAP. Proficiency in Excel and stakeholder management is essential for this role. The position is hybrid and involves managing the accounts payable cycle and improving processes using digital tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, including matching, batching, coding, and posting invoices.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies, disputes, or payment issues.
• Reconcile vendor statements and support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Utilize SAP and other financial/digital systems to process and report AP transactions.
• Prepare and analyze reports using Excel to support internal decision-making and reporting.
• Continuously identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and efficiency using digital or AI tools.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g., Procurement, Finance, Operations) and external suppliers.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in a commercial or financial environment, preferably within FMCG.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, payment procedures, and accounting principles.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Exposure to digital and AI tools relevant to finance and accounting functions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage and influence stakeholders at various levels, both internally and externally.
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other