Accounts Payable Specialist in Southampton

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our busy Head Office team in Eastleigh. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor you will play a crucial part within our large Finance team. Ideally you will be an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist, a solid team player with excellent communication skills, highly organised, and agile in your approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process supplier payments in a timely and accurate manner;
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of internal payment requests;
• Ensure all payment requests/ expense claims and are checked and prepared for input onto the DMS promptly and accurately;
• Ensure all supporting documentation is digitally recorded;
• Ensure all requests are authorised within the approval lines which are laid down in the Financial Commitments Policy
• Bank reconciliation, Hendy Induction - please be advised that any new starters joining the business in their first week will be expected to attend a structured induction programme that will involve 2 days at our training academy in Portsmouth. More details will be shared at interview.
• We are looking for an organised, confident, and highly motivated individual who thrives within fast-paced environments. You will:
• Be proficient in dealing with a large number of wide-ranging suppliers (e.g., vehicle and parts manufacturers);
• Be able to work well independently, but also be able to collaborate as a team.
• Be a rapid learner;
• Have a good practical excel knowledge, and confident using a variety of computer systems;
• Have excellent communication skills;
• Be highly organised with the ability to pay meticulous attention to detail; and
• Have previously worked in the automotive industry (advantageous but not essential).
• Have proven experience of working in a busy finance department with expertise in purchase ledger;
• Help drive improvement in your business performance.
• Successful candidates will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including right to work verification and DBS checks.
• Hendy Group is a family-run business with over 80 sites along the South Coast. At Hendy, we aim to deliver a premium experience as we have done for 165 years, all in an effort to achieve our vision of delivering 100% customer and colleague satisfaction; our forward-thinking, progressive outlook perfectly complements our values with honesty, quality, care and customer service at the heart of the company, as they have been since 1859.
• As well as a competitive salary and performance related bonus, we offer a structured career with the opportunity for personal development and training within our rewarding environment. In addition, you can expect the following benefits:
• Bespoke induction and learning programme and comprehensive ongoing training throughout your career;
• Access to car benefit scheme from day one;
• Enhanced family leave benefit;
• Life Insurance;
• Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan for you and your family;
• Opportunity to join the company pension scheme;
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service;
• Discounts on new vehicle, used vehicle, service and parts purchases;
• Various perks and discounts with high street and online retailers and services.