Accounts Payable Analyst

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 34 countries with over 19,000 employees. Headquartered in London, providing design engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services across every aspect of the built environment. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

The Opportunity

The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of invoices, staff reimbursements, and related-party transaction payments for the assigned entities in APAC region. The successful candidate needs to be knowledgeable of the firm’s AP policies and local tax regulations, and have attention to detail to identify any anomalies with invoices and claims.

Your role in our team

• Receive, review, and process invoices and staff reimbursement in accordance with established procedures.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, and ensure accurate and timely payment to vendors, subconsultants, and employees.
• Gather new supplier or updated records, including supplier information, payment terms, and contact details.
• Resolve vendor inquiries and escalate any major incidents/ issues to the Line Manager in a timely and professional manner.
• Process monthly accruals and prepayments for expenses relating to accounts payable activities.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation of account reconciliations, analysis of account balances, and other tasks as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with global standard policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations. Prepare regular reports on accounts payable activities, including aging reports, and other ad-hoc reports as required.
  
  
  

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in accounts payable and general accounting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong attention to detail and emphasis on accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with JDE and Concur systems is preferred.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
  
  
  

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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