The Client:
Our client delivers reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance. By 2042, the plan is to be a fully sustainable company with a net-zero portfolio.
This is any exciting opportunity to work in finance as Accounts Payable Lead / Accounts Receivable Lead on a 6-month fixed term contract, with the possibility to go permanent.
If this is for you then perhaps you should apply ?
The Opportunity:
For this Accounts Payable Lead position, you will report directly to the Financial Controller and will process and manage all aspects of payables and receivables.
Accounts payable and receivable are transacted in IFS 10, which is enabled with automated purchase order to invoice matching via Kofax (automated). The volume is low, but complex.
Accounts receivable is a relatively small ledger with around 20-30 core customers. They operate a business responsibility process on collecting cash, which is well maintained and managed by the finance.
Some of the key responsibilities for this successful person would be but no limited to:
* Ensure supplier's invoices/credits are processed in an accurate and timely manner, ensuring they are matched to purchase orders, receipted goods and coded correctly
* Be responsible for the supplier/expense payment runs for both UK and foreign suppliers ensuring suppliers are paid on time and remittances sent out
* Maintain the Goods Received not Invoiced account ledger ensuring the balance is materially correct at month end
* Lead monthly creditor reviews and drive actions through to conclusion
* Raise sales invoices for external and internal customers with internal authorisation levels, reconcile Debtors ledger and ensure that payments are received on time
* Lead weekly Debtor reviews and drive actions through to conclusion in a timely manner. Inform Financial controller / Finance manager of any debtors that need to be assigned to project or management teams
* Assist the Financial controller with the preparation of the monthly short term cash flow forecast (3-month look ahead).
The Candidate:
The successful Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Lead person will be/have:
* 3+ years Accounts Payable experience
* Great if you are at Part Qualified / Qualified AAT level with relevant experience, however relevant Accounts Payable experience is more important
* Competent with Microsoft Excel and Finance Systems
* Experience of processing foreign exchange transactions would be nice
* Experience of managing customer and supplier relationships is essential
Desirable Criteria:
* Experience with the IFS business system
* Experience within an engineering or construction company
* Experience of working within a small finance team of six
Benefits:
* £competitive salary
* Hybrid working (3 days office 2 days WFH)
* Flexible working arrangements
* Excellent holiday entitlement
* Employee learning opportunities via their Academy
* Pension Scheme (% by the client)
* Private Healthcare and Mental Health benefits
* Brand new office complex
* On-site parking
* Participation in a committed, competent and cooperative team
* Quick decision-making, inclusive work environment
* Responsive and friendly colleagues
They have big ambitions for the future - and therefore want to speak to the right individuals with the right energy and values to take them there.
Please contact for a confidential discussion