About the job
I am recruiting on behalf of a Mid Market Private Equity firm based in London who are looking to bring in an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join the team on a 12-month maternity contract. The client is looking for an individual who could start in May.
Our client is a well-established, mid-market Private Equity firm based in London with a strong track record of successful investments across a range of sectors. With a collaborative and fast-paced working culture, they are looking to hire an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their high-performing finance team.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process for the firm and related entities
2. Accurately processing high volumes of multi-currency payments
3. Process high volumes of invoices with accuracy and efficiency
4. Match purchase orders, invoices, and receipts
5. Prepare and execute weekly and monthly payment runs
6. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues
7. Maintain the AP ledger and ensure accurate coding of expenses
8. Work closely with the finance and investment teams on expense allocations
9. Assist with month-end closing processes, including accruals and reporting
10. Ensure compliance with internal controls and approval workflows
11. Support the wider finance team on ad hoc duties and projects
Experience Required
1. Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role, ideally within financial services or a partnership environment
2. Strong understanding of AP best practices and controls
3. Experienced with multi-currency payments
4. A high attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
5. Proficient in Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, NetSuite, or similar) - Netsuite would be preferred
6. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
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