Senior Accounts Payable

Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable Analyst Location: Duddeston, Birmingham Salary: Up to £35,000 Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Office-Based Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to join our client's finance team based in Duddeston, Birmingham. Our client is a well-established and growing pharmaceutical business, offering the opportunity to join a busy and collaborative finance team where you'll play a key role in supporting the accounts payable function, driving process improvements, and ensuring the efficient delivery of day-to-day AP operations. Key Responsibilities: * Invoice Processing: Post, verify, and code purchase invoices and credit notes from multiple suppliers; manage automated invoice uploads as systems evolve. * Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations of supplier statements to maintain accurate accounts. * Supplier Management: Act as the main point of contact for suppliers, resolving payment queries, disputes, and maintaining master data. * Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to AP processes for efficiency and compliance. * Compliance & Audit: Ensure all AP activities adhere to company policies and act as first point of contact for internal and external audits. * Financial Reporting: Assist with month-end reporting and contribute to the month-end closing process. What We're Looking For: * Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in accounts payable * AAT qualification is desirable * Experience using automated invoice processing systems would be advantageous * Experience using accounting software; familiarity with Sage 200 would be beneficial * Strong attention to detail with the ability to reconcile complex accounts * Excellent numeracy skills * Proficient in Microsoft Excel * Highly organised, accurate, and efficient with strong prioritisation skills * Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams