Senior Accounts Payable Specialist -6m Contract
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Accounts Payable Specialist - Infrastructure Investment Firm (6-Month Contract)
Location: London (Hybrid 2-3 days in the office)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 6 months (with possible extension)
Pay Rate: £240 - £340 per day via umbrella (dependant on experience)
About the Role
An established infrastructure investment firm is seeking a capable & highly experience (10+ years) Accounts Payable specialist to take ownership of its Accounts Payable function within a dynamic and fast-moving environment. This is a practical, detail-focused role where you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of AP processes with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process supplier invoices from start to finish, including both PO and non-PO invoices
- Allocate costs accurately across departments, cost centres, and projects
- Oversee approval workflows and actively follow up on outstanding approvals
- Assist in preparing and executing weekly and ad hoc payment runs across multiple regions
- Act as the main point of contact for supplier queries, ensuring timely resolution
- Investigate and correct discrepancies such as duplicate entries or incorrect postings
- Contribute to month-end close activities related to Accounts Payable
- Maintain accurate and organised financial records to support audit requirements
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in an Accounts Payable in Financial Services (preferably Investment Management or Investment/Corporate Banking).
- Ability to work autonomously following initial onboarding
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational capabilities
- Proficiency in accounting systems such as QuickBooks and Xero
- Confident communicator, particularly when liaising with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
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