Key responsibilities: 

Development of the accounts payable area – identify and deliver changes in processes required to simplify, improve controls and create efficiencies.  Develop the vendor management process – development of supplier masterfile, timetabled supplier reviews including credit checks, key contract KPI’s. Finance contact for key internal business owners and their suppliers, including PO management and vendor account reconciliations to statements of account. Support on inbox management and invoice processing as required. Weekly and monthly payment runs as required. Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Perform monthly and annual closing activities to ensure all payables accounts are accurate. Fixed assets management – development of fixed assets process. Supporting the Senior Financial Accounting Manager on projects and other adhoc responsibilities as required. Training and support to the wider accounting team as required.

 

As this new role develops, responsibilities will be reviewed based on the individual and team needs

 

Ideal candidate: 

Managed accounts payable processes within a large organisation. Proven track record of adapting and implementing efficiencies within accounts payable. Takes ownership of all aspects of role to identify value adding opportunities and deliver them to the business with line manager support. Does not limit self to task list. Strong organisational and planning skills; ability to manage multiple competing priorities to meet deadlines. Advanced excel skills including extensive knowledge of excel formulas to manipulate large data sets and complete and present analysis. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and personable skills to manage business relationships. Strong team player, able to support and work well with the accounting and finance team. Strong background in double entry accounting and understanding of accounting principles. Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient user of SAP; Knowledge of Coupa/MyEasyOrder beneficial but not essential.