At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage supplier invoices and payment requests with precision and efficiency.
- Company: Join a leading company committed to responsible beauty and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of diversity and growth in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values financial accuracy and process improvement.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in accounts payable with strong ERP system experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Assistant based in our London Head Office.
About the Job
- Responsible for the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment requests, ensuring all transactions are completed accurately and within agreed service levels.
- The role is responsible for executing payment runs, maintaining vendor master data, reconciling supplier statements, bank accounts and GRNI balances, and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- You will also support month-end and year-end close activities through reconciliations, accruals and financial reporting.
- Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will respond to queries, monitor aged creditors and ensure outstanding items are investigated and cleared.
- The position plays a key role in maintaining strong financial controls and compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements and company policies, while supporting internal and external audits.
- In addition, you will proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls and drive greater efficiency across the accounts payable function.
About you:
- A problem-solver with a proactive approach to challenges.
- Organised, with strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Eager to grow in a company genuinely committed to responsible beauty.
- Customer oriented and results driven.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in an accounts payable role, including senior level responsibilities.
- Experience using ERP accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Netsuite (Workday Not mandatory but preferred).
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
- Financial accuracy and attention to detail.
- Intermediate/advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
About the benefits:
- A flexible work environment, with up to 2 days of remote working per week.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day every year with a maximum of 30 plus Birthday off.
- Development and training opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- We Care Day – Volunteering.
Inclusion and diversity are firmly grounded in our core values. We strive to achieve inclusiveness, and we foster an equal-opportunity culture where everyone can reach their full potential and do their best work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are a member of the ILO (International Labor Organization) and the Employers Network for Equity and Inclusion (ENEI).
Senior Accounts Payable Assistant - London, Hybrid - 37.5hrs employer: Clarins Group
At Clarins Group in Tring, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values passion and dedication in the beauty industry. Our vibrant work culture fosters collaboration and creativity, offering employees generous leave, competitive compensation, and extensive training opportunities to support personal and professional growth. Join us to be part of a team that not only champions exceptional customer service but also encourages you to thrive in your career while enjoying exclusive employee discounts.
