recognisebank - Accounts Payable and Treasury Specialist

London1w ago

In Office EMEA Banking Payments Accounts Payable Specialist Treasury Analyst Excel Accounts Payable Reporting Invoice Processing Expense Management Process Optimization Documentation

Requirements

• University graduate at the start of their career and/or currently studying towards an accountancy qualification. • Strong working knowledge of Excel is essential; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central would be beneficial but not essential. • Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to complete tasks accurately while meeting deadlines. • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes, with some familiarity with accounts payable and payroll functions. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Key Competencies • Proactive mindset with a willingness to ask questions, challenge the status quo, and identify opportunities for process improvement. • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to handle queries and build positive working relationships across the business. • Competent in using digital tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows. • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. • Good team player with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (AP) • Manage and execute the full AP cycle, including invoice processing, expense coding, approval workflow management, payment scheduling, and reporting. • Develop a strong understanding of the company's AP systems and processes. • Set up and maintain direct debits and supplier payment details via online banking systems. • Take ownership of the invoices inbox and respond to supplier and internal queries promptly. • Coordinate with stakeholders across the business to ensure invoices are submitted, approved, and processed in a timely manner. • Perform bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items as required. • Support audits by preparing documentation, responding to queries, and providing requested information. • Support budgeting and finance-related projects as required. • Employee Expense Management • Monitor adherence to the expense management policy. • Maintain employee data in the expense system. • Coordinate the onboarding of new employees into the expense management system, ensuring users complete their profile information and assisting with system setup. • Review employee expense submissions and follow up on missing information or exceptions. • Respond to employee queries relating to expenses and reimbursements. • Contribute to ongoing payroll automation and process improvement initiatives. • Assist with payroll processing activities, including payroll reconciliations and HMRC submissions. • Respond to payroll-related employee queries. • Coordinate with HR and external payroll providers as required. • Treasury Operations • Assist with funding activities and the execution of treasury wire payments. • Issue payment confirmations to counterparties in a timely and accurate manner. • Support the preparation of basic treasury reports for internal stakeholders. • Input and maintain accurate data within treasury systems. • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve payment queries. • Support treasury projects, automation initiatives, testing of new functionalities, audit requests, and payment confirmations.

Benefits

• At Recognise Bank, we're building more than a bank — we’re creating a culture where people feel empowered to make a difference 💡, supported to be brilliant ✨ with a can do will do attitude, and trusted to do the right thing 🤝. • We believe that when our people thrive, so do our customers. That’s why we invest in an environment that reflects our values and supports your growth, flexibility, and wellbeing. • Here’s what you can look forward to: • 🌴 Competitive Time Off – Generous annual leave plus bank holidays to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work. • 🌍 Work From Anywhere – Up to 6 weeks per year to work remotely from anywhere in the world.* • 📚 Learning & Development – Tailored training and support to grow your skills and achieve your professional goals. • 🏠 Hybrid Working – To support your work-life balance, we offer a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.** • 🩺 Private Medical Care with Vitality – Comprehensive healthcare coverage to keep you healthy. • 💼 Enhanced Pension Scheme – Helping you plan and save for a secure future. • 👶 Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Pay – Supporting you and your family during important life moments. • 🎉 Discretionary Company Bonus – Rewarding your contribution to our shared success. • If you're curious, driven, and ready to be part of something meaningful — where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact — then we’d love to hear from you. • Subject to company policy. • *This arrangement may vary during the induction period.