Accounts Payable Associate

About Legends Global

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions - from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win, we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

About the Role

This role supports our Finance Transactional Services team in managing and processing a high volume of invoices with accuracy and efficiency. You will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless financial operations, fostering strong relationships throughout the business, and upholding our commitment to excellence.

What we can offer

• Access to discounted tickets for events.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Life Assurance policy.
• 5% Pension contribution.
• Support with unexpected health costs through Healthshield.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.
• Eye care vouchers and contribution towards glasses.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee Referral Scheme rewards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare file of authorised purchase orders.
• Enter purchase invoice into finance system and ensure amounts agree to purchase order.
• Liaise with relevant Departments to ensure purchase invoices are authorised and able to be paid.
• Monitor unreleased batches of invoices in finance system to ensure purchase invoices are ready for payment.
• Prepare supplier payment runs in BACS and ensure that the relevant authorisations occur in the banking system.
• Liaise with suppliers with relevant queries.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and ensure that all reconciling items are cleared promptly.
• Liaise with management accountants on unreleased batch accruals and GRNI accruals.
• Carry out supplier statement reconciliations.
• Carry out weekly review of aged creditor reports.
• Identify and implement improvements in processes and systems, with the objective of improving controls and efficiencies.
• Provide cover if necessary for other roles within Finance.

We are looking for someone with:

• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Ideally experience of Microsoft finance systems.
• Minimum of 6 months experience in an accounts payable role.
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to work efficiently with multiple colleagues.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills and ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to chase customers for outstanding debts.
• Good levels of accuracy.
• IT literate including intermediate Excel skills.

Recruitment Process Outlined

• 1st Stage - Interview with Financial Services Manager.
• 2nd Stage - Spanish-Speaking Video Interview with Finance Manager.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address, right to work, employment history, qualifications, and where relevant to the role, a basic or enhanced DBS check. All checks will be carried out in line with data protection law and we will only request information that is necessary for the role.

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one. We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.