Accounts Payable with Sage 50
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Location: Southwest London
Work Pattern: Fully office-based
Hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm, full-time
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A growing firm in Southwest London is looking to appoint a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Coordinator with strong experience using Sage 50. This is a permanent opportunity offering flexibility around full-time or reduced hours for the right individual.
The organisation is well regarded for delivering high-standard projects and building long-term partnerships with both clients and suppliers. They foster a collaborative and supportive office culture where individuals are trusted to manage their own responsibilities and contribute to the wider team.
Based in modern offices with good transport connections and nearby parking, this position is ideal for someone who takes pride in owning processes and maintaining accurate financial records. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the accounts payable function, working closely with internal teams and external suppliers.
This position involves end-to-end responsibility for supplier accounts, acting as a central contact for invoice processing, payment management, and query resolution. Regular interaction with project teams and subcontractors will be required to maintain efficient workflows and accurate reporting.
Applicants should be located within a practical commuting distance of Southwest London. The company is keen to fill the role promptly but can accommodate notice periods where necessary. The selection process will consist of two interview stages.
Core Duties of the Accounts Payable with Sage 50:
*Manage the finance inbox, responding to queries and ensuring timely processing of incoming invoices
*Post supplier invoices and credit notes against approved purchase orders within Sage 50
*Handle equipment hire invoices in line with company procedures
*Process and reconcile company credit card transactions, chasing missing receipts where needed
*Complete monthly credit card reconciliations
*Review supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies
*Coordinate supplier payment runs, including occasional urgent payments
*Issue remittance advice following payment processing
*Liaise with internal teams to resolve invoice queries and discrepancies
*Maintain labour allocation records and ensure accurate posting into Sage 50
*Process subcontractor invoices, including those subject to CIS deductions
*Manage employee expense submissions within Sage 50
*Provide support for general office administration, including answering calls and handling post
*Sage 50 Experience
Applicants should be confident using Sage 50, including:
*Setting up and maintaining ledgers, chart of accounts, and VAT configurations (including MTD compliance)
*Processing supplier transactions, payments, and bank reconciliations
*Working with stock, bill of materials, and multi-currency transactions where applicable
*Identifying and resolving system issues, making corrections, and producing reports
*Formal Sage certification is advantageous but not essential.
Candidate Profile:
*Proven experience within an accounts payable or purchase ledger role
*Strong working knowledge of Sage 50
*Familiarity with CIS processes would be beneficial
*Competent in Microsoft Excel
*High level of accuracy and ability to meet deadlines
*Well-organised with strong communication skills and a proactive approach