Senior Accounts Payable Clerk

Harper May is working with a well-established and fast-growing travel business that is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team. Known for delivering exceptional travel experiences and operating across multiple destinations, the company is looking for a finance professional to support its expanding operations with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and process improvement.

Role Overview:
The Senior Accounts Payable Clerk will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the AP function, managing supplier relationships, processing high-volume invoices, and supporting the month-end process. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to resolving queries in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment runs, and reconciliations

Maintain accurate supplier records and handle supplier queries professionally and efficiently

Process high volumes of invoices across multiple entities and currencies

Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs and ensure supplier payments are made on time

Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies as needed

Support month-end close activities including accruals and reporting

Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve invoice and payment issues

Assist with process improvements and system enhancements within the AP function

Key Requirements:

Previous experience in an accounts payable role, ideally within the travel, leisure, or multi-entity environment

Strong understanding of AP processes and best practices

Excellent attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach to work

Confident communicator, both internally and externally

Experience working with finance systems (e.g., Sage, Oracle, or similar) and strong Excel skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines