Role: Interim Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based
Hours: Full-Time / 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 (Dependent on Experience)
Company: Asda Express

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or in a similar role
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office, with strong Excel skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in processing transactions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders

ROLE OVERVIEW:

We are currently searching for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Transactional Finance team at Asda Express on a 6-Month fixed term basis!
As an AP Specialist, you will be required to efficiently and accurately process a high volume of invoices along with verifying and reconciling any discrepancies. You will also be expected to prepare and process electronic transfers and checks whilst maintaining organised and up to date records.
This role involves regular collaboration with the wider finance function and the successful candidate will be a detail-orientated individual with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with vendors.
If you are a dedicated and ambitious professional seeking a rewarding career as an Accounts Payable Specialist, apply now to kickstart your career!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enter and post invoices/credit notes in accordance with business requirements, ensuring accurate coding in the accounting system
• Manage and update the vendor master database to ensure accurate and current information
• Perform pre-disbursement controls, monitor direct debit activities and conduct balance sheet account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly reconciliations of supplier statements, ensuring efficiency and accuracy
• Proactively manage supplier accounts, including monitoring ageing and addressing any outstanding issues
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve invoicing, payment, or other queries promptly
• Monitor the AP email inbox and ticketing system for timely responses
• Release payment files and process manual ad hoc payments as needed
• Collaborate with other departments and liaise with the broader finance team
• Communicate regularly with the Team Leader, providing updates on daily, weekly, and monthly activities
  This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.