Finance Specialist - Accounts Payable/Receivable

Finance Specialist - AP/AR, Bedfordshire, office based, c£40,000k-£50,000 Abacus Consulting are delighted to be partnering an award winning business as they search for a Finance Specialist (AP/AR) to join their team. This is a newly created role that sits across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. The role is based in Bedfordshire. Reporting into Finance Manager (AP/AR), your duties as a Finance Specialist (AP/AR) will include:– * VAT returns * Write, and update as needed, process notes * Ongoing review of finance systems and processes * Business partnering, including commercial finance team, sales and master data * Provide cover for Finance Manager (AP/AR) as and when needed This will be a busy and hands on role. Candidates are expected to have proven experience in developing processes and systems for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, operating at a senior level within a busy and fast paced business. You will be systems and process oriented, analytical and have strong MS Excel skills The successful candidate will have the gravitas to be effective building relationships at all levels, from logistics and master data to senior leadership team