Senior Accounts Payable Analyst/Advisor

About the role

Senior Accounts Payable Analyst/Advisor Opportunity at Baringa

Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. The organization leverages deep industry expertise and advanced technology to assist clients in delivering with greater confidence and certainty. With a workforce exceeding 2,000 people distributed across the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, Baringa integrates global insight with local understanding. The firm operates within sectors including energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms. Core capabilities encompass strategy, transformation, and operational excellence, all powered by advanced technology, data, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa's collaborative approach and the seamless integration of teams, underpinned by a culture where experts are kind, curious, and deeply invested in client success. The firm has received recognition as a Great Place to Work globally and features prominently in the Financial Times UK Leading Management Consultants rankings and the Forbes World's Best Management Consulting Firms list.

Baringa's finance teams are currently seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst/Advisor to join their operations. This is a full-time position based in Sofia, Bulgaria, offering an annual compensation of £45,000. The selected candidate will bring a minimum of three years of prior experience in accounts payable functions.

What You Will Be Doing

You will take ownership of the complete accounts payable cycle for designated clients, ensuring accuracy and timely execution of all processes. A primary focus will involve close collaboration with internal finance teams to resolve practical payment issues and drive efficiency. You will exercise clear judgment and demonstrate steady ownership in executing tasks with minimal supervision. Specific responsibilities include opening supplier invoices within dedicated software and verifying the correctness of account coding. You will perform three-way checks by comparing purchase orders, receipts, and goods received notes for verification. Processing vendor payments through banking portals and accurately recording transactions will be a standard duty. You will manage month-end reconciliations and actively resolve any outstanding account discrepancies.

Further duties involve managing the payables mailbox, which includes answering incoming supplier queries and diligently chasing required approvals. You will prepare self-bill documentation to support umbrella company arrangements as required. The role will also see you supporting ad-hoc projects and proactively suggesting improvements to existing procedures. Coordination with colleagues will be essential to guarantee a smooth month-end close and accurate reporting.

Your Skills and Experience

Success in this role requires a mandatory foundation of at least three years of hands-on experience within accounts payable positions. Comprehensive comfort and proficiency in using accounting software and banking portals are essential for effective performance. A strong attention to detail is non-negotiable to maintain accuracy across financial figures and codes. Superior written communication skills are necessary for interacting professionally with both internal stakeholders and external contacts. Reliable time management capabilities are critical to meeting month-end deadlines and managing priority tasks efficiently.

Professional Context and Environment

Baringa operates as a certified Great Place to Work across its global offices. The firm holds distinguished rankings within the Financial Times UK Leading Management Consultants list and has been named a World's Best Management Consulting Firm by Forbes for four consecutive years. The Sofia location places you within a dynamic European hub known for its skilled talent pool and growing business environment. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within a collaborative setting that values curiosity, kindness, and continuous learning.

Additional Information

Candidates should possess strong comfort levels with technology and demonstrate adaptability in a fast-paced professional services environment. While not mandatory, prior experience within professional services or advisory settings is considered a favorable qualification. Proficiency with specific tools such as Sage and Microsoft 365 will be advantageous in day-to-day operations. All applicants are encouraged to verify precise application procedures and requirements through the official channel. This duty order defines the scope of work for this specific advisory position within the Baringa finance function.