Potentiam is a fast-growing global offshore solutions provider connecting top talent with leading UK and European businesses. With offices across South Africa, Romania, India, and Brazil, we offer international exposure, real career progression, and the opportunity to work with high-performing global teams.

We combine global opportunity with local support — giving you the chance to grow, make an impact, and build a long-term career in a business that’s scaling fast.

Global clients. Clear progression. Real opportunity.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive senior AP/AR with strong experience in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and UK financial processes. The role involves managing end-to-end AP/AR operations, supporting month-end activities, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and contributing to process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Process and validate vendor invoices including 3-way matching
Execute payment runs (BACS, Faster Payments, CHAPS)
Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve queries
Manage multi-entity, multi-currency, and multi-bank transactions
Prioritise payments aligned with cash flow requirements
Manage customer invoicing, billing, and cash allocation
Monitor receivables, conduct reconciliations, and drive collections
Support cash flow forecasting and overdue escalation
Support AP/AR month-end close activities
Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
Generate aging reports, KPIs, and payment forecasts
Ensure adherence to financial controls and UK VAT regulations
Maintain audit documentation and support internal/external audits
Operate ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics; Certinia optional)
Utilise advanced Excel for reporting and analysis
Identify process improvements and support automation initiatives

Essential Qualifications

6-8 years experience in AP/AR or UK finance operations
Strong understanding of UK VAT and HMRC basics
Experience handling multi-entity and multi-currency transactions
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Good analytical ability and attention to detail

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

If interested please apply here, if you have any questions regarding the role, please feel free to write to India.jobs@potentiam.co.uk

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Senior AP/AR Specialist