Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience?
With a presence in the United Kingdom dating back 90 years, Safran is the partner of choice for customers in the aerospace and defense markets. Safran provides solutions for top-tier customers in the United Kingdom and worldwide, including government agencies and leading prime contractors.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our shared service centre which is responsible for all the UK sites within Safran; including transactional finance, HR (Graduate Programme and central HRIS Administrator), L&D coordination through Safran University, Indirect Purchasing, Tax and
Were looking for someone that enjoys networking across several sites and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Looking to lead a team of up to 2 in the processing, payment of all invoices, and associated tasks. Responsible for all AP operational issues relating to the BU you lead.
We will offer hybrid working model of 3 Days office based 2 days working from home for this role, after a period of integration into the role.
Qualifications/Skills & Experience:
Essential:
* Demonstrate experience of working within similar Accounts Payable roles.
* Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
* Previous experience of working with ERP systems.
* Proficient administration, numerical, planning and organizational skills.
* A comprehensive understanding of the 'purchase to pay' process.
* Knowledge of general accounting procedures
* Proficient and accurate in data entry and management
* Significate accounts payable or general accounting experience
* Analytical skills covering written, graphic, numerical & statistical information
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!