Assistant Accounts Payable Team Leader

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our client's dynamic construction services company as an Accounts Payable Assistant. With a legacy of delivering impactful and memorable places for people and businesses to thrive, our client is a global leader in the industry.

As the Accounts Payable Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the smooth running of the Purchase to Pay system. You will be responsible for coordinating the processing of invoices, making payments, and managing queries from suppliers and internal customers. Here is an overview of your key responsibilities:

• Deputise for the Team Leader and manage the local accounts payable team in their absence
• Act as the local superuser for both SmartSource and NAV systems, ensuring their smooth operation
• Coordinate suggestions for ongoing process improvement
• Ensure adherence to utility invoices processes
• Timely resolution of queries, liaising closely with buying and commercial teams
• Prepare payment runs and negotiate payments with Group Treasury
• Process invoices through SmartSource and NAV systems
• Assist with internal and external audits

To be successful in this role, you should have demonstrable accounts payable experience and exposure to high transaction volumes. Strong communication skills and the ability to understand complex accounting transactions are essential. Additionally, you should have good planning and prioritisation skills, as well as a strong command of Word and Excel.

Key Skills and Experiences:

• Demonstrable accounts payable experience
• Staff supervision
• Good communication skills
• Ability to understand complex accounting transactions
• Good planning and prioritisation skills
• Strong knowledge of Word and Excel

The ideal candidate will also have exposure to Microsoft Dynamics and Purchase to Pay systems, although this is not essential.

We are looking for someone with a keen attention to detail, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and a calm and professional demeanour under pressure. The successful candidate will be a team player and a willing learner, with the confidence to interact with staff at all levels within the organisation.

If you are ready to join a dynamic and globally recognised construction services company, where you can make a difference and contribute to the success of the team, then we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

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