Job summary

Barclay Meade Finance & Accountancy are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Assistant on an interim basis.

Key skills required for this role

TIME MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION, TEAMWORK, ATTENTION TO DETAIL, TEAM PLAYER

Important

TIME MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION, TEAMWORK, ATTENTION TO DETAIL, TEAM PLAYER

Job description

Description:
Our client, a leading automotive company, is currently seeking an Interim Accounts Payable Assistant to join their Finance team. This is a contract role for a period of 6 months. The company is currently undergoing a digital transformation with the implementation of SAP S/4HANA, and the Accounts Payable Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the team during this transition period.

Your tasks as Accounts Payable Assistant:

• Invoices are processed accurately and promptly in line with specified deadlines.
• Deliver exceptional customer service both internally and externally. Ensure suppliers are paid on time, first time with no exceptions.
• Be proactive in identifying problems and solutions; engage with stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcomes.
• Proactively work with Finance and other colleagues to ensure supplier ageing balances are kept to a minimum.
• Embrace new initiatives, positively supporting the team in change and innovation.

Your profile as Accounts Payable Assistant:

• Significant experience in Accounts Payable within a high-volume, target-driven, professional, and customer-focused environment (experience in a multi-ledger environment preferred).
• Excellent understanding of basic accounting and VAT principles (AAT qualification or qualified by experience is ideal). Strong presentation and communication skills with great attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of multicurrency ERP systems, preferably Microsoft AX. Proven ability to identify problems, offer solutions, and take action to resolve issues.
• A very strong team player with the drive and flexibility to support others in the team.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Good understanding of the financial control framework relating to Purchase to Pay activities.

If you are a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable professional, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic Finance team and contribute to their digital transformation journey. Note: This is a remote position, with the possibility of occasional on-site work. Please submit your application online through the company's website.