Our client is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to join their finance team on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week. In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely loading/importing of all fuel and non-fuel invoices and credit notes onto the supplier ledger. Additionally, you will oversee the allocation of all payments and reconcile supplier statements with the ledger. This position may also involve additional administrative duties within the finance office as required.
Job Duties:
- Take operational responsibility for the timely and accurate import of fuel and non-fuel invoices and credit notes into the Purchase Ledger maintained in either Sage 50 or NetSuite.
- Ensure that all fuel and non-fuel Purchase Ledger Accounts are reconciled with supplier statements/payments on a rolling monthly or quarterly basis depending on the size of the supplier account.
- Chase supplier invoices and liaise with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies.
- Ensure that all payments are correctly allocated.
- Conduct monthly payment runs.
- Assist with month-end processes.
- Process expenses in line with the company’s expense policy, ensuring employee reimbursements are made promptly.
- Provide administrative support for office operations as required.
- Undertake various ad-hoc tasks within the department.
- Perform any other tasks as directed by the Finance Manager or the Group Financial Controller.
Job Requirements:
- Previous Purchase Ledger experience is preferable, although training can be provided for the right candidate.
- Demonstrable experience of high-volume processing.
- Proactive in using initiative to resolve queries from both internal and external sources, solving problems in a timely manner.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Clear and concise communication skills, both oral and written, with active listening abilities to handle disagreements and conflicts effectively.
- Intermediate Excel skills and experience with accounts software, ideally Sage or NetSuite.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to achieve targets while maintaining accuracy.
- Strong numeracy skills.
- Willingness to learn and develop, actively seeking better ways of working.
What You’ll Love:
Our client offers a supportive work environment with several benefits, including a health cash plan, life insurance, 25 days of holiday, and discounts on fuel, shopping, and auto services. Additionally, the client values professional development, providing opportunities for growth within the role.
Could this be the right opportunity for you? If this opportunity sounds right for you, we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly and experienced recruitment team is here to answer your questions, offer guidance and support you throughout the process. Simply submit your CV in confidence, and our Candidate Manager will arrange for one of our consultants to get in touch to organise an initial meeting, either face to face, via Microsoft Teams or by telephone, whichever suits you best. We look forward to getting to know you and learning more about what you’re looking for.
