At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the finance team by managing accounts payable and processing expenses.
- Company: Join a global non-profit organisation shaping corporate reporting standards.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, competitive pay, and a chance to make a global impact.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission-driven team promoting transparency in financial markets.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounts payable and proficiency in accounting software required.
The predicted salary is between 25290 - 30910 £ per year.
Permanent, Full-Time
Reports to: Global Accounts Payable Manager
Purpose: The Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for maintaining the global accounts payable function, supporting the finance team.
Responsibilities include:
- Accurate processing of the Global accounts payable (AP) function.
- Regularly check and categorise emails related to Finance, Accounts Payable, and expenses. Flag relevant emails for the Accounts Payable Manager (APM).
- Regularly check the Finance mail tray and distribute all incoming mail accordingly.
- Develop new templates in the invoice reading software (Continia), ensuring correct coding.
- Oversee the processing of expenses, ensuring compliance with the Expenses Policy and approval in line with the Scheme of Delegation. Verify general ledger (GL), department code, and project code accuracy.
- Processing of manual expenses, including expenses for Trustees, interviewees, consultative group members.
- Maintain accounts payable records in an organized and efficient manner.
- Provide backup support for the Accounts Payable team during annual or sick leave, including payments for all entities, Travel provider invoice and inter company journals, and any other duties carried out by other members of the AP team.
- Assisting with year-end audits.
- Providing further analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts if required.
- Resolving accounting or documentation issues and discrepancies.
- Assisting with other accounting matters, projects and assignments if required.
Prior experience in an accounts payable position is required.
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of accounting systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and/or Continia.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel and Microsoft Office Word.
The IFRS Foundation is a public interest, not-for-profit organisation that sets corporate reporting standards for the capital markets globally. IFRS Accounting Standards are required for use by more than 140 countries whilst IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards are rapidly becoming the global baseline for sustainability disclosures worldwide. Our 350+ staff come from more than 45+ different countries and are united in supporting the mission of the Foundation to bring transparency, accountability and efficiency to capital markets worldwide. With offices in London, Frankfurt, Montreal, Tokyo, Beijing and San Francisco, the Foundation is truly a global standard-setter.
Accounts Payable Assistant - Part time hybrid working employer: IFRS Foundation
Ifrs-Foundation is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Greater London area, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, ensuring continuous growth in their careers while contributing to meaningful financial transformations. With a strong commitment to compliance and efficiency, the organisation provides a supportive environment where your expertise in finance operations can truly make an impact.
