Accounts Payable Executive

About the Role and Culture

At Actavo, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and connected, regardless of their role or location. Our culture is strongly rooted in core principles, emphasizing client satisfaction, safety, and personal wellbeing.

This role centers on supporting the finance department by enhancing the purchase ledger processes. The position involves performing a variety of accounts payable functions such as managing payments, controlling expenditures, and verifying invoices. It is ideal for someone eager to collaborate within a team, contribute meaningfully, and assist colleagues. Strong judgment, initiative, and the ability to manage diverse tasks under tight deadlines are essential.

This is a fixed-term contract for three months, ending on the 18th of September.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine and process a large volume of accounts payable invoices, handling multiple currencies.
• Manage invoice processing for subcontractors ensuring proper Retention, RCT, and CIS deductions.
• Address invoice-related queries by liaising with internal teams and external partners.
• Execute weekly and monthly supplier payments via online banking platforms.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of creditor accounts.
• Assist in preparing estimated creditor payments for weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Support external audit activities by supplying necessary documentation.
• Maintain high standards to ensure best financial practices are upheld consistently.
• Handle general finance administrative tasks and other duties as needed.

Candidate Requirements

• At least two years’ experience in accounts payable within a sizable organization.
• Familiarity with RCT and CIS processing via ROS and HMRC is advantageous.
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Competent analytical and numerical abilities.
• Experience with data analysis.
• Knowledge of AX Microsoft and 4PS software is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Capability to meet financial targets and deadlines.