Senior Accounts Payable

Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable Assistant
Location: South Hertfordshire
Reports to: Accounts Payable Manager
The company is a dynamic and industry-leading company based in South Hertfordshire. With a strong focus on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, they are dedicated to delivering high-quality services to their customers.
Job Summary:
Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accounts Payable Assistant to join their supportive Finance team. As a key member of the Accounts Payable team, you will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing the end-to-end Accounts Payable process for a portion of the ledger.
Responsibilities:
Supervision and Leadership:
* Provide leadership and guidance to a team of 10 Accounts Payable professionals.
* Ensure efficient and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports, and payments.
EDI/Automated Invoicing:
* Utilise sound Excel knowledge to reconcile Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and automated invoicing.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve EDI-related issues.
Process Improvement:
* Identify opportunities for process improvements within the Accounts Payable function.
* Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Vendor Management:
* Maintain positive relationships with vendors and resolve any payment-related queries.
* Collaborate with procurement teams to streamline vendor onboarding and payment processes.
Compliance:
* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant accounting standards.
* Stay informed about changes in regulations affecting Accounts Payable processes.
Qualifications:
* Proven experience in a Senior Accounts Payable role, preferably in a large and complex organization.
* Strong knowledge of Excel for reconciling EDI and automated invoicing.
* Excellent leadership and communication skills.
* Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
* Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.