Totum Partners is working with a leading US law firm near London Bridge to recruit an Accounts Payable Specialist. This is a key role in a small finance team of six, where you will take full ownership of the firm’s accounts payable function, including handling professional disbursements and staff expenses.
The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for:
- Full ownership of the accounts payable function, from invoice processing through to payment
- Process and manage supplier invoices, credit card transactions, and direct debits
- Handle professional disbursements related to legal work for clients
- Assist the team with staff expenses through Concur
- Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules for refunds and credits
- Reconcile petty cash and prepare month-end reports for management and audit
- Upload payments into the banking system and manage digital invoices in the accounting software
The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist will have:
- Essential:  Experience in  accounts payable, including  professional disbursements and staff expenses in a law firm
- Strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a small, close-knit team environment
- Knowledge of VAT processes and basic accounting principles
- Excellent IT skills, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a small, team-oriented environment.
Equal Opportunities
As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that’s why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal opportunities employer we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.