Accounts Payable Account Handler

syscogb· Finance
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📍 Ashford, , United KingdomFull time

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Company Description

Job Description

Sysco (whose UK operating companies include Brakes, Fresh Direct, KFF & Medina) are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Accounts Payable Team as an Account Handler; managing an allocation of suppliers, resolving queries and communicating with a variety of internal and external key stakeholders.

Our role is offering hybrid working with 2 days required in the Ashford office per week, so you must be within a commutable distance to Ashford. Please note that the first 6-8 weeks will be on-site for training purposes.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

  • Ownership of managing allocated supplier accounts
  • Resolution of “parked invoices” (invoices that do not match an approved and goods receipted Purchase Order) with external and internal stakeholders to ensure that invoices are paid in line with payment terms
  • Timely reconciliation of key and ad-hoc supplier monthly statements (back to the accounting system) and effective resolution of any unreconciled items.
  • To assist suppliers in a professional manner at all times to resolve their queries (telephone calls and emails), whilst ensuring that you balance the needs of the supplier and the Brakes group.
  • Build professional relationships through business partnering.
  • Manage and maintain mailbox queries within the agreed timescale.
  • Meet key monthly AP Account Handling KPI’s
  • Cover other key supplier accounts in colleague’s absence as required
  • Ad-hoc tasks as required

About you:

The ideal candidate will have previous Accounts Payable experience or relevant experience working within a finance team with strong communication skills, a good telephone manner and ability to write clear and articulate emails. We are looking for someone who is able to prioritise workloads and work well under pressure whilst using their own initiative to achieve KPIs and SLAs. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office – intermediate Excel ability required (V-Lookups/Pivot Tables) is required. Knowledge of SAP is advantageous but not a requirement as training will be provided.

What you’ll receive:

  • A competitive salary
  • Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase 5 additional holiday days
  • Pension scheme
  • Hybrid working contract
  • Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products through our staff shop
  • Discounts on Cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sodexo.
  • Recognition awards and Incentives
  • Career progression opportunities - being part of Brakes and the wider Sysco group, the world’s leading foodservice business, opens up a world of possibility

 

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Additional Information

At Sysco GB everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco GB and we recognise that Sysco GB can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you. 

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This Accounts Payable Account Handler role at syscogb is based in Ashford, , United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Accounts Payable Account Handler position at syscogb was posted on Sep 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Accounts Payable Account Handler
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