About the Role
<p style="text-align:left;"><span><strong>Role: Accounts Payable Accountant (6 month contract )</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span><strong>Hours: Full-time or part time ( Monday- Friday)</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span><strong>Location: Swansea HQ Onsite</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span><strong>Salary: up to £30,000 dependant on experience (pro-rated for part-time)</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span><strong>About Au Vodka</strong></span></p><p><span>Au Vodka isn’t just a drinks brand, it’s a movement.</span></p><p><span>Born in Wales and recognised globally, we’ve redefined what a modern FMCG brand can be. From our iconic gold bottles to boundary-pushing flavours, we’ve built a brand that stands out, scales fast, and connects with a new generation of consumers.</span></p><p><span>Our ambition is bold: <strong>to become the first FMCG business founded in Wales to reach a $1 billion valuation.</strong>
We think global, move fast, and build category-defining brands from unexpected places.</span></p><p><span>Already sold across multiple international markets, we’re not just part of the spirits industry, <strong>we’re disrupting it.</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>About the Position</strong></span></p><p><span>The <strong>Accounts Payable Accountant </strong>position</span><strong> </strong>is not a transactional AP role alone — we are looking for someone commercially aware, process-driven and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth business environment.</p><p><span>The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring supplier relationships are managed effectively, payment cycles run smoothly and working capital is optimised through close collaboration with Accounts Receivable and the wider Finance Team</span></p><p><span><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></span></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable Ownership</strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><span>· </span>Take full ownership of the end-to-end Accounts Payable function.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Oversee invoice processing, coding and posting within Xero, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Manage supplier statement reconciliations and proactively resolve account queries.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span>· </span>Ensure robust controls are maintained across invoice approvals, payment authorisation and ledger integrity.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Supplier Payments & Treasury Coordination</strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><span>· </span>Manage weekly/fortnightly payment runs across multiple banking platforms and currencies.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time, whilst balancing business cash requirements.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Support banking administration, payment controls and treasury visibility across accounts.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Process Improvement/Automation</strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><span>· </span>Review workload allocation, implement best practice processes and improve operational discipline.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Create clear accountability, KPIs and reporting around AP performance.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Review the current AP process end-to-end and identify opportunities for:</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Automation</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Workflow improvements</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Systems integration</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Approvals process optimisation</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Improved reporting visibility</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Leverage strong knowledge of AP process and finance system to improve efficiency and controls.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span>· </span>Work closely with Finance leadership to implement scalable processes.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Working Capital & Cash Flow Management</strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><span>· </span>Partner closely with Accounts Receivables to optimise purchase-to-pay cycle.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Support management of:</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Creditor days</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Payment terms</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Short-term liquidity planning</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>o </span>Working capital cycle management</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span>· </span>Provide insight into supplier commitments and future cash requirements to support decision-making.</p><p></p><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><span>· </span>Proven experience in an AP role.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span>· </span>Experience managing multi-currency supplier payments.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span>· </span>Strong understanding of AP controls, reconciliations and month-end close.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Desirable</strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><span>· </span>Experience in a high-growth business environment.</p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span>· </span>Experience integrating AP systems / automating approval workflows.</p><p></p><p><span><strong>Why Join Au Vodka</strong></span></p><p><span>• High-growth FMCG business with global ambition</span></p><p><span>• Opportunity to help build a billion-dollar brand</span></p><p><span>• Fast-paced, creative environment with real ownership</span></p><p><span>• No corporate red tape — your impact matters</span></p><p></p><p><span><strong>What you’ll get:</strong></span></p><p><span>• Early Finish Fridays 4pm</span></p><p><span>• Fresh lunches prepared daily by our in-house chef</span></p><p><span>• State-of-the-art office with onsite parking</span></p><p><span>• Companywide “win together” bonus scheme</span></p><p><span>• Your birthday off</span></p><p><span>• Epic launch parties and team events</span></p><p><span>• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave</span></p><p></p><p><span>We move fast. We think big. We back our people.</span></p><p><span>If you’re ready to help take a brand from Wales to the world, <strong>Au Vodka is the place to be.</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span> </span></p>