Accounts Payable Administrator

Saab; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and security company is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Administrator for their Fareham campus. This role focuses on reviewing supplier invoices and reconciling ledgers while supporting the finance team. Candidates should have 1–2 years of accounts payable experience and strong attention to detail. Join a dynamic environment that values accuracy and supports organizational growth in a crucial field of security and defense.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in an accounts payable role.
• Good understanding of basic bookkeeping and invoice processing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and process supplier invoices and reconcile supplier ledgers.
• Work with Procurement team to address supplier invoicing issues.
• Investigate and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Numerical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Overview

Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

Read more about us here.

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Administrator to join our finance team based in our Fareham campus on a 14-month maternity cover. The role will focus on reviewing and processing supplier invoices and reconciling supplier ledgers. This position suits someone with strong numerical skills, accuracy, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Seaeye Procurement team and your colleagues in the finance team on an adhoc basis to address supplier invoicing issues.
• Act as the key point of contact between Seaeye finance and procurement team in Fareham.
• Review supplier invoices for accuracy, correct coding, and approval before posting.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable.
• Ensure all invoices comply with company policies and VAT requirements.
• Matching Direct debit payments and Invoices/ Account Contras.
• Reconcile supplier statements with purchase ledger records.
• Investigate and resolve any invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records.
• Month End Routines
  • Establish month end Controls in the UK to support AP Statutory reporting and ICM.
  • Monthly Reports – Spend Reports, Trends, Supplier concerns.
• General Finance Administration:
  • Assist with month-end close activities (e.g., reconciliations, accruals).
  • Maintain organized and accurate financial records.
  • Provide administrative support to the wider finance function.

Experience & Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in an accounts payable role.
• Good understanding of basic bookkeeping and invoice processing.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.