Account Payable with Study Support

Buzzing, fast paced and busy company are recruiting an accounts payable accountant due to internal promotion. The company are a leader in their field and have been established for many years. They offer excellent benefits, study support and a supportive working environment. Further benefits include amazing office Christmas and summer parties, team nights out and Friday drinks.        

Job Responsibilities:

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Process 3 way P.O. matching invoices, up to 100 plus line items
• Ensure costs are being posted to the correct cost code and cost centre
• Process monthly payment runs (twice per month) for supplier and inter-company payments
• Audit and process credit card bills
• Match invoices to cheques, obtain all signatures for cheques and distribute cheques accordingly
• Respond to all vendor inquiries and work with procurement team to resolve supplier issues
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Assist in month-end/year-end closing and manage supplier payment accruals as well as providing supporting documentation for audits
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Reporting to AP Manager, Head of Finance and Finance Director

Preferred Skills:

• Solid experience of Accounts Payable
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook, Sage experience a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
• Solid knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills – to communicate effectively with customers, external contacts and staff in all areas of the business
• Can set realistic deadlines and schedule time efficiently, prioritising tasks and resources
• Can identify urgent decisions and is able to take responsibility when action is imperative

Personal Attributes:

• Flexible and adaptable to changing working requirements
• Comfortable working under pressure in a busy environment and able to multi-task
• Positive 'can do' attitude
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Salary: £23,000 to £28,000

Benefits: 28 days holiday, pension, private healthcare and cycle to work scheme

Please send your CV through to sean@crowleycox.co.uk or give me a call on 020 8246 4877.