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Senior Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Specialist

Milton Keynes

£37,000 - £42,000 per annum (DOE)

12-Month Fixed Term Contract (with potential extension)

Full-Time

Join a Growing Finance Team and Make an Impact!

REED Milton Keynes is delighted to be partnering with an established and growing organisation seeking an experienced Senior Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of the end-to-end accounts payable function. You'll play a key role in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time, maintaining strong financial controls, and driving continuous process improvements across the AP function.

If you're an experienced Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you'll be responsible for:

• Processing and validating supplier invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation
• Accurately entering invoice data into the finance system
• Managing payment runs and ensuring suppliers are paid within agreed terms
• Monitoring outstanding liabilities and cash flow commitments
• Building and maintaining positive supplier relationships
• Handling supplier queries and resolving payment-related issues efficiently
• Maintaining accurate supplier records and account information
• Performing supplier statement reconciliations and managing aged balances
• Reconciling accounts payable balances to the general ledger
• Assisting with internal and external audit requirements
• Ensuring compliance with financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Supporting the development and implementation of best-practice AP procedures

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced and detail-oriented finance professional who can hit the ground running.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
• Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and financial controls
• Experience using ERP systems such as Oracle, Dynamics 365, SAP, or similar
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement

Desirable

• Experience in a high-volume invoice processing environment
• Previous involvement in process improvement initiatives
• Exposure to month-end and audit support activities

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary of £37,000 - £42,000
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing organisation
• Varied and hands-on role with real responsibility
• Collaborative and supportive finance team
• Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 12-month term
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and make a tangible impact

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Senior Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Specialist looking for your next opportunity in Milton Keynes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today or contact Josh Purnell at the REED Milton Keynes office for a confidential discussion and further information.