Accounts Payable Assistant

Our client, a leading worldwide manufacturer based in Farnborough, is looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team on a permanent, full time basis. The role offers hybrid working and would suit a detail-oriented individual who is able to work effectively under pressure. This is a great opportunity to join an established company that offers competitive salaries, great benefits and fosters a friendly and supportive work environment.

Accounts Payable Assistant - Benefits

• Generous company pension
• 25 Days holiday per year
• 1 paid charity volunteering day per year
• Free parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym and phone discounts
• Eye care vouchers
• Flu jabs
• Death in service
• Long term disability benefit
• Enhanced sick leave
• Enhance parental leave
• Training and development
• Great company culture

Accounts Payable Assistant - About The Role

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager you will be responsible for ensuring that intercompany and third party suppliers are paid in accordance with agreed terms.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Administration of Purchase Ledger Accounts for UK & European entities
• Reconcile supplier statements received and receipts on relevant ledgers
• Reconcile goods received not yet invoiced (GRNI)
• Communicate with suppliers and other staff members to pay authorised debt
• Process, code, and match purchase invoices at high volume, adhering to company policies
• Ensure correct authorisation has been received for invoice approval
• Set up new accounts
• Process direct debits onto ledger
• Prepare payment runs for authorisation
• EHS/Enablon monthly sustainability management data submission
• Collaborate closely with other departments as needed to facilitate payment of supplier debt

The successful Accounts Payable Assistant will have/be:

• Strong numerical ability
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Capable of handling pressure effectively
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in conflict resolution
• Skilled in building collaborative relationships
• Ability to deal with difficult situations
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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