Location: Remote
Industry:Fashion & Lifestyle | Retail | Finance & Accounting

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a growing international fashion and lifestyle business to find a detail-oriented, dependable Accounts Payable & GL Accounting Specialist who takes genuine ownership of financial accuracy and enjoys working in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to move beyond routine invoice processing and take responsibility for the broader accounts payable function, including supplier payments, bank reconciliations, general ledger entries and month-end reporting.

We're looking for someone who combines strong financial administration skills with a structured approach, sound accounting knowledge and the confidence to manage their responsibilities independently.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant accounts payable experience, including general ledger responsibilities, and will be comfortable working with multiple currencies in an international business.

About the Role

As Accounts Payable & GL Accounting Specialist, you'll take ownership of the full accounts payable lifecycle, ensuring supplier invoices are processed correctly, payments are completed on time and financial records remain accurate and audit-ready.

You'll manage everything from incoming supplier invoices and purchase order matching to payment preparation, bank statement processing and account reconciliations.

An important part of the position involves general ledger accounting, including monthly cost accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.

You'll also contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities, providing accurate reports and supporting documentation.

This role will suit someone who enjoys working with numbers, understands the importance of financial controls and takes responsibility for resolving discrepancies rather than simply processing transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Management

• Take ownership of the end-to-end accounts payable process.

• Receive, review and process incoming supplier invoices.

• Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and verify supporting documentation.

• Ensure invoices are captured accurately and processed within the required timelines.

• Monitor outstanding invoices and ensure payments are completed when due.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to supplier invoices and payments.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records.

• Support an efficient, well-controlled and audit-ready accounts payable function.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Maintain and verify supplier master data.

• Ensure vendor information is accurate and appropriately recorded in the accounting system.

• Manage the accounts payable billing mailbox.

• Respond to supplier queries relating to invoices, payment dates and outstanding balances.

• Follow up on missing or incorrect invoice information.

• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers.

• Ensure supplier communication and supporting documentation are properly recorded.

Payments & Banking

• Prepare and execute weekly and ad-hoc supplier payments.

• Process payments through wire transfers in accordance with established procedures.

• Ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time.

• Monitor payment deadlines to help avoid late-payment penalties.

• Process and record bank statements relating to accounts payable bank accounts.

• Work with bank transactions in EUR, USD and GBP.

• Take ownership of monthly accounts payable bank reconciliations.

• Investigate and resolve differences between banking records and accounting transactions.

• Maintain accurate documentation supporting payments and reconciliations.

General Ledger Accounting

• Prepare and record monthly general ledger cost accruals based on independent cost analysis.

• Calculate and record monthly prepayments.

• Reconcile accounts payable transactions to relevant general ledger accounts.

• Perform reconciliations of related balance sheet accounts.

• Identify discrepancies and ensure appropriate corrections are made.

• Maintain accurate accounting entries and supporting schedules.

• Contribute to the integrity and completeness of financial records.

• Apply sound accounting principles when assessing costs, accruals and prepayments.

Month-End & Year-End Support

• Support monthly and annual financial closing processes.

• Prepare accurate reconciliations and supporting accounting schedules.

• Provide reports and documentation required for month-end and year-end closing.

• Ensure accounts payable transactions are correctly reflected in the general ledger.

• Review outstanding items and resolve discrepancies before reporting deadlines.

• Maintain organised financial records that support internal review and audit requirements.

• Work proactively to ensure financial information is accurate and available on time.

Financial Controls & Process Accuracy

• Maintain strong attention to detail across all accounting activities.

• Verify the accuracy of financial transactions and supplier information.

• Ensure accounts payable records remain complete and audit-ready.

• Follow established accounting procedures and internal financial controls.

• Identify recurring errors or inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements.

• Take ownership of outstanding reconciliation items and follow them through to resolution.

• Support reliable financial reporting through accurate transaction processing and recordkeeping.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar Accounts Payable role that includes general ledger responsibilities.

• A relevant accounting or financial administration qualification, such as:

  • MBO Financiële beroepen / Bedrijfsadministratie (Level 4)

  • HBO Accountancy

  • An equivalent relevant accounting qualification

• Strong practical experience managing the end-to-end accounts payable process.

• Experience processing supplier invoices and matching them to purchase orders.

• Ability to manage supplier payments accurately and within required deadlines.

• Practical experience with bank statement processing and monthly bank reconciliations.

• Experience working with multiple currencies, particularly EUR, USD and GBP.

• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting.

• Hands-on experience preparing and recording monthly cost accruals and prepayments.

• Experience reconciling accounts payable and related balance sheet accounts.

• Ability to support month-end and year-end financial closing activities.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

• Experience working with ERP or accounting systems.

• Good understanding of financial controls and accurate recordkeeping.

• Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.

• A structured, organised and methodical approach to work.

• Ability to manage deadlines and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Confidence communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies.

• A reliable, accountable mindset with a strong commitment to financial accuracy.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with Oracle NetSuite.

• Strong Dutch verbal and written communication skills.

• Previous experience within an international business.

• Experience working in a fashion, retail or consumer products environment.

• Familiarity with accounting processes involving multiple currencies.

• Experience contributing to improvements in accounts payable procedures.

• Exposure to financial reporting within a growing business.

• Experience supporting audits or maintaining detailed audit documentation.

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing international fashion and lifestyle business.

• A collaborative, informal and social working environment.

• Exposure to international finance operations and multi-currency accounting.

• A role offering meaningful ownership of accounts payable and general ledger responsibilities.

• Opportunities for professional development within a dynamic business.

• Staff discounts on company products.

• Office lunches on Mondays and Fridays.

• A monthly allowance through an employee benefits platform.

• A welcome gift and opportunities to select products from new collections.

• A competitive remuneration package aligned with experience and seniority.

Company Culture

This opportunity offers the chance to work in a growing, internationally focused business where teamwork, reliability and personal initiative are valued.

The environment is informal, energetic and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on people taking ownership of their responsibilities and contributing to the wider success of the business.

The finance function plays an important role in supporting that growth by ensuring financial information is accurate, suppliers are paid reliably and accounting processes remain well controlled.

You'll be well suited to this environment if you're organised, enjoy working with an international team and take pride in delivering accurate work without needing constant supervision.

The ideal candidate will be someone who combines a positive, approachable attitude with the discipline and attention to detail required in a financial accounting role.

Please Note: If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, consider your application unsuccessful.