Accounts payable

Posted 22 April 2024
Salary Up to £25000.00 per annum
LocationBasingstoke
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accountancy and Finance
ReferenceBBBH195071_1713804380
Contact NameAlex Rainbird

Job description

My client, a fast growing industry leader based in Basingstoke are currently recruiting for a dynamic accounts payable candidate on a permanent basis.

Hours - 37.5 hours a week - Hybrid model - 3 days a week in the office / 2 at home

Modern offices & car park on site!

Key Accountabilities

  • Accurately Process Supplier Invoices: Handle both purchase order (PO) and non-PO supplier invoices with precision in NetSuite.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify issues, establish relationships, and efficiently manage queries.
  • Exception Resolution: Address price or quantity variances, missing goods receipts, and other exceptions on purchase order invoices older than 7 days.
  • Non-PO Invoice Follow-Up: Monitor non-PO invoices awaiting approval for more than 7 days and follow up with approvers.
  • Purchase Order Closure: Ensure timely closure of purchase orders once goods and invoices are received.
  • Supplier Compliance: Maintain compliance with the supplier setup process by coordinating with relevant teams.
  • AP Mailbox Management: Handle approximately 100 daily emails from suppliers and internal colleagues, including invoices and queries, until resolution
  • Monthly Supplier Statement Reconciliations: Prepare monthly reconciliations for important suppliers.
  • Ledger Cleanup: Address open items and debit balances in your assigned ledgers.
  • Global Statutory Compliance: Ensure adherence to local statutory regulations worldwide.
  • Process and Systems Support: Assist with implementing new processes and systems.

Qualifications/ Experience

  • Ideally, 1 to 2 years of experience in an Accounts Payable role.
  • Self-Motivated and Collaborative: A self-starter who can build strong relationships and work effectively within a team.
  • Handling High Volumes: Comfortable managing a high volume of transactions and priortising different work streams.
  • Attention to Detail: Possesses a keen eye for detail and a solid understanding of Microsoft packages, including Excel.
  • Accounting Software Knowledge: Familiarity with computer-based accounting packages (experience with NetSuite is desirable).
  • Process Understanding: Knowledge of the purchase-to-pay process.
  • Effective Communication: Confident in both written and verbal communication.
  • Positive Attitude: Maintains a can-do attitude, especially when faced with challenges and time constraints.

Benefits

  • Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Annual company bonus
  • Massive company discounts which I will explain in detail when shortlisting