Accounts Payable Lead
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE

The Opportunity
Absolute Recruit are partnered with our client, a growing agency who are looking to hire an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist into their finance team.

This is a hands-on role with full ownership of the purchase ledger, sitting in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations, while building strong relationships both internally and with suppliers.

The Role
Reporting into senior finance, you’ll take ownership of the Accounts Payable function, with responsibilities including:
*End-to-end management of the purchase ledger
*Processing invoices, matching to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies
*Supplier statement reconciliations and query resolution
*Managing supplier relationships and acting as a key point of contact
*Preparing and processing payment runs, including ad-hoc payments
*Monitoring aged creditors and supporting cash flow management
*Supporting month-end close (reconciliations, accruals, credit cards)
*Ensuring compliance with VAT, HMRC requirements and internal controls
*Supporting audit processes where required
About You
*Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role within a UK finance environment
*Strong understanding of VAT and compliance requirements
*High attention to detail with a proactive approach
*Able to manage multiple deadlines and work independently
*Strong Excel skills
*Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset
What’s on Offer
*Salary up to £40,000
*Bonus scheme
*Enhanced company sick pay
*Access to a range of discounts and perks
*Ongoing development opportunities
If this looks of interest, or you’d like to hear more about the business, feel free to get in touch.

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