Accounts Payable Specialist - #2188175

Company Description CSL is a leading global biopharma company focused on developing and delivering lifesaving medicines for conditions such as haemophilia, immune deficiencies, iron deficiency, and kidney-related diseases, as well as vaccines to prevent influenza. Since 1916, CSL has been driven by a commitment to use advanced technologies to improve and save lives. Through its businesses CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus, and CSL Vifor, the company provides innovative therapies to patients in more than 100 countries. With over 29,000 team members worldwide, CSL combines strong commercial capabilities, deep R&D expertise, and operational excellence to help patients live life to the fullest while fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

Role Description The AP Specialist (6 month contract) is a full-time hybrid role based in Liverpool, with the flexibility to work from home part of the week. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, coding, and timely payment processing in accordance with company policies and controls. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing and reconciling vendor accounts, handling complex queries, processing and auditing expense reports, and preparing journal entries related to AP activity. The AP Specialist will support month-end close, collaborate with finance and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies, and contribute to continuous improvement of AP procedures and systems. The role also involves providing guidance to team members, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements, and delivering accurate reporting to support financial decision-making.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and finance skills, including experience with Accounts Payable processes.
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills for reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and interpreting financial data.
• Experience with SAP or othet financial ERP systems, and solid Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables) are highly beneficial.
• Previous experience in an AP or similar finance role, ideally within a large or global organization.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage high volumes of transactions to tight deadlines.
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and locations.
• Commitment to integrity, compliance with financial controls, and continuous process improvement.
• Desirable but not essential is a second language