Accounts Payable Specialist - Global Law Firm

  • Job Reference: JO0000006368
  • Date Posted: 10 June 2025
  • Recruiter: Ryder Reid Legal
  • Location: London
  • Salary: On Application
  • Sector: Finance / Accounts
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

Job Description

Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: London

Salary: Competitive

Hybrid: 3 days in office/2 from home

Ryder Reid Legal is currently recruiting for a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join London-based Finance team of one of our prestigious, global law firm clients. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment supporting international operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and process invoices and expense claims for accuracy, VAT compliance, and policy adherence
  • Manage payment runs and coordinate bank transfers with internal approvers
  • Post invoices and handle manual cheque requests and one-off transfers
  • Liaise with high-volume vendors and manage e-invoice processing
  • Maintain vendor records and perform verification procedures
  • Provide cashiering support including bank receipt monitoring and client account transactions
  • Assist with disbursement invoice entry and billing coordination
  • Ensure accurate general ledger coding and prepare adjusting journals
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects
  • Provide inter-office and year-end support as needed

Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years' experience in a similar finance role, ideally in a law or professional services firm
  • Familiarity with Aderant and Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong understanding of UK and international VAT rules
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and time-management skills
  • High attention to detail and strong customer service orientation

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.


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