Accounts Payable Analyst

Exciting Opportunity for a Procurement Professional!

Join a Leading Engineering & Manufacturing Company

Initial 12-Month Contract
Full-Time Role

Role Overview

Our client, a top-tier name in engineering and manufacturing sector is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Assistant to support our Finance and Accounting team. This role is essential in ensuring the accurate processing and tracking of supplier invoices and payments, contributing to the smooth operation of our accounts payable function.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process purchase invoices and credit notes into the Accounts Payable Ledger in line with established procedures.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies.
• Participate in projects aimed at streamlining and improving the Payables process.
• Ensure correct VAT treatment is applied where applicable.
• Handle invoice queries from both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers via telephone and email.
• Collaborate with internal departments in person, by phone, and via email to resolve issues.
• Identify and assign issues to the appropriate departments for resolution.
• Provide support to the Accounts Payables Supervisor as needed.
• Carry out general clerical and administrative duties.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

• Previous experience in a finance role, ideally within Accounts Payable.
• 5 GCSEs (grades A-C) or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong communication skills across all levels.
• A proactive, flexible, and positive attitude.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload effectively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong data entry and keyboard skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including basic formulas, pivot tables, and lookups).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Desirable:

• Experience with SAP, PEGI, SIA, COUPA, or Power BI.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Analyst

Location: Peterlee SR8 2HX, UK

Job Type: Contract

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