Accounts Payable Specialist - Workday

Workday Accounts Payable Specialists

• Contract Type: Temporary (3 Months)
• Working Pattern: Remote 
• Day rate: £180 - £200/Day (Umbrella) 

I am hiring for two specialised Accounts Payable roles, each playing a critical part in ensuring the seamless functioning of accounts payable processesfor. These roles require expertise in Workday ERP (exclusive to Workday experience; other systems will not be considered). 

1. Accounts Payable Specialist (Transaction Processing)
As a part of our finance team, you will handle the end-to-end processing of supplier transactions, supporting operational efficiency while ensuring data accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:

• Efficiently review and process supplier invoices using Workday and OCR technology.
• Apply knowledge of 3-way matching to process invoices against purchase orders and ensure a high first-time match rate.
• Manage supplier accounts, including set-up and maintenance of supplier records.
• Address supplier queries, disputes, and discrepancies with accuracy, including performing full account reconciliations.

2. Accounts Payable Specialist (Issue Resolution)
In this role, you will focus on investigating and resolving exceptions flagged against AP invoices in Workday, contributing to improving processes across the business.
Key Responsibilities:

• Review flagged invoices in Workday and resolve exceptions promptly.
• Investigate the root cause of exceptions and educate the business on best practices to maximise first-time match rates.
• Collaborate and resolve match exceptions by working with:
  • Requestors to enter missing receipts.
  • Buyers to process change orders.
  • AP staff to cancel improperly processed invoices.
• Act as a coach for the AP team, enabling them to process invoices effectively to match with Purchase Orders.

Requirements for Both Positions:

• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles, specifically within accounts payable.
• Demonstrated proficiency and expertise in Workday ERP.
• Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and collaborate internally to create streamlined processes.

How to Apply:Submit your CV outlining your experience with Workday ERP. Early applications are encouraged as reviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.


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