Accounts Payable Accountant

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.