Job Description

https://candidates.erecruitsmart.co.uk/5293-accounts-payable-administrator/purchase-ledger/wokingham/job 2025-09-05 12:19:02 2025-10-04 eRecruitsmart Consultants Job Ref 13490
Description
We have an opportunity for an Accounts Payable Administrator to join our clients Finance Team at this leading custom technology Company based in Wokingham. Reporting into the AP Team Leader, the role is responsible for the management of the processing of stock, overhead and employee expenses and to drive forward process improvements to develop the team and ensure accuracy and efficiency.
About the role
As Accounts Payable Administrator you will be responsible for:

• Processing of invoices accurately and in a timely manner - up to 2,000 invoices (across the team) per month in a range of currencies
• Taking ownership of creditors ledger and GRNI and returns ledger
• Ensuring supplier queries are resolved and work with the wider business to manage supplier relationships
• Reconciling the AP ledger to supplier statements
• Processing supplier payments including payments in a range of foreign currencies
• Managing payments to optimise cashflow particularly at key points in the year, working closely with the group treasury function
• Setting up new suppliers, manage the supplier master files and deal with proforma invoice payments
• Ensuring VAT on purchases invoices is correctly processed, including on employee expenses and international invoices

About the rewards
As an Accounts Payable Administrator, you will receive a salary of up to 24,000 to 26,000 per annum, depending on experience plus:

• Bonus
• Income Protection
• On-site parking
• Other attractive benefits

The Company would consider an AAT study package following a successful completion of the probation period.
About you
To be successful for the role of Accounts Payable Administrator, you should have / be:

• Proven experience of Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, payment setup, AP close, new supplier setup, supplier master files, resolving supplier queries, controlling goods received not invoiced and material returns sub ledgers and reconciling to the general ledger
• Experience of dealing with multi-currency invoices
• Knowledge of VAT on UK and foreign stock purchases and around employee expenses
• Experience of working in a multi-site/plc environment
• Experienced user of JD Edwards or equivalent ERP system
• Confident user of MS Office with intermediate Excel skills
• Full training and support will be provided

Proven experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. The Company are willing to train and develop less experienced candidates that demonstrate a willingness to learn.
Person specification

• Enthusiastic, proactive and 'can do' attitude
• Team player
• Interested in finding out 'how things work' and improving business processes
• Works with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely to business partners

About the company
They're a leader in advanced solutions for tomorrow's technologies and strive to deliver their customer's specific requirements. Their diverse and professional team are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. As a member of their welcoming and collaborative team, you will be inspired by your leaders and peers, and your success will be measured on your accomplishments. Innovation, nurturing, and integrity are among their core values that guide everything they do as a Company.
How to Apply
Please note that eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Accounts Payable Administrator on behalf of the Hiring Company and your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to. Please only apply if you consent to these terms.
You must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK. Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted. If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.
We look forward to hearing from you!

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