Due to an internal promotion, our client are now seeking a permanent, full time employee, to succession plan into this role. The role is hybrid, and you will be required to be in their London office 2 days per week.
Some responsibilities will include:
- Review, allocate and seek approval for invoices from suppliers and input into the general ledger (Xero), ensuring the correct VAT treatment and timely settlement.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies/issues and respond to enquiries from suppliers.
- Review and process expense claims submitted by staff via SAP Concur expense system and ensure compliance with the company policy, correct allocation against the general ledger and VAT treatment. Respond to employee’s Concur queries.
- Prepare weekly payment runs using Barclays.net along with ad hoc payments where required.
- Aid the Finance Assistant in preparing the back up documentation for intercompany recharges to other companies in group.
- Assist the Finance Assistant in completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations and other periodic reporting.
- Other ad hoc tasks as requested with scope to take on additional responsibilities depending on ability.
Skills and Experience desired:
- Prior experience in finance functions including Accounts Payable.
- Minimum of Level 4 AAT qualification or at least 3 exams passed in ACCA, CIMA etc.
- Ability to meet deadlines, organised and capable of prioritising their workload.
- Attention to detail and accuracy for data entry to the general ledger.
- Proactive, demonstrating good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office software, in particular Excel.
Other
- Prior experience with Accounts Payable processes and working within a group structure.
- Ideally, but not essential, prior use or knowledge of Barclays.net, Concur and Xero (or similar systems).
- An ambition for continuous education and upskilling is viewed favourably
- Keen interest in the mission of the group