Accounts Payable Executive – Finance

The Accounts Payable Executive – Finance role is part of Sage’s Global Services Finance Accounts Payable Team. The team is responsible for supporting the wider Finance function by ensuring the accurate processing of supplier invoices, timely payments, and effective management of accounts payable activities. The role plays a critical part in maintaining strong supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and supporting the organization’s financial operations through efficient and accurate transaction processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and support established Accounts Payable processes, controls, and procedures to ensure compliance with company policies and financial standards.

• Accurately process supplier invoices in Epicor and ensure purchase orders are correctly matched with related invoices through Proactis (P2P) in accordance with Sage service standards.

• Prepare draft payment runs and refund payments for review and approval.

• Maintain and update supplier and customer master data, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of records.

• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and investigate, resolve, and clear reconciling items in a timely manner.

• Adhere to agreed Accounts Payable month-end close schedules and ensure all activities are completed within defined timelines.

• Respond to supplier inquiries and resolve payment and invoice-related queries within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Sage to effectively resolve invoice, payment, and account-related issues.

• Support management in implementing new processes, systems, and controls, while actively contributing to process improvement initiatives.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and service quality within the Accounts Payable function.

• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

Functional Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and financial transaction management.

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.

• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in data processing and reconciliation activities.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.

• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.

• Proactive approach to identifying process improvement opportunities and driving operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.

• 1–2 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Accounts Payable, or a related finance function.

• Understanding of double-entry accounting principles and familiarity with US GAAP and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is preferred.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions such as Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, SUMIF/SUMIFS, and data analysis techniques.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and PowerPoint.

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platforms (e.g., Proactis) is desirable.

• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with changing priorities.

• Prior experience in a shared services or global finance environment would be an advantage.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that is representative of all sections of society and to sustaining a culture that celebrates difference, encourages authenticity, and creates a deep sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief as creating value through diversity is what makes us strong.  As a business and as an organization with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.