Accounts Payable  Analyst - Consultancy

The Role

A consultancy client is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the team for an initial contract with their end client which is a global financial data, software, and media company. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end invoice validation and processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payments. Reporting into the Accounts Payable Manager, you will support smooth operational delivery and help resolve issues with vendors and internal stakeholders to maintain strong, efficient AP processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor invoice email inboxes and review invoices scanned via an OCR system, ensuring all information is captured accurately
• Comply with established service level agreements (SLAs) for invoice processing and query resolution
• Correct data entry fields in the OCR system as necessary to ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Monitor processing errors, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with technical teams to resolve them where needed
• Partner with the Invoice Processing and Supplier Lifecycle Management teams to update vendor records when required
• Ensure vendor-submitted invoices meet company invoice requirements and are compliant with internal policies
• Communicate with vendors to address questions arising during invoice validation or processing
• Assist with reporting and ad hoc requests related to vendor invoices and AP metrics
• Process invoices in the Accounts Payable system in a timely and accurate manner
• Respond to general Accounts Payable inquiries from internal business partners and vendors through the internal ticketing system

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing and AP best practices
• Experience working with OCR-based invoice processing tools is advantageous
• Strong corporate communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate clearly with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and invoice validation
• Prior experience using SAP within an Accounts Payable or Procurement function

Details

• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: Initial 6-month contract, with potential to extend
• Day rate: £200 - £250
• Location: London