Who we are
Plastic Energy is a world leading chemical recycling company with a global mission to end plastic waste. We stand at the forefront of innovation, with a patented and proven process to convert end-of-life plastic waste into feedstock, which replaces fossil oils in the production of clean, food-grade plastics.
Plastic Energy is headquartered in London, with offices in Seville, Singapore and Malaysia. We currently own and operate two chemical recycling plants in Spain, with further construction projects underway in Europe and Asia. You would be joining a dynamic company within a rapidly growing technology sector.
To co-own the end-to-end process for administrative aspects of the “Procure to Pay” process, including liaison of purchase order, supplier invoices and payments processes. The role also provides support on finance admin tasks relating to posting journals and other ad hoc support on the month end close process. Key responsibilities include:
Procure to Pay
* Support and train departments in the business on raising Purchase Orders.
* Liaise the process to get the Purchase Orders authorised by the relevant authorised budget holder and send the same to suppliers.
* Monitor the receipt of goods / services with the relevant ordering team to ensure timely recording in the accounting system.
* Liaise the process for approval of new suppliers and run checks per the agreed company criteria.
* Ensure the supplier invoices are authorised and recorded in the accounting system on a timely basis.
* Work as a first point of contact for payment related queries from suppliers or internal teams.
* Monitoring and maintaining the AP inbox.
* Support with recording and reconciling employees’ travel expenses in a timely manner.
Banking
* Record and reconcile bank accounts on a timely basis.
* Provide support to company credit card users when needed.
Team
* Provide admin support as requested in relation to posting of journals into the accounting system and performing some month end reporting tasks.
* Helping the Finance team meet deadlines during busy times of the year by providing support when requested.
* Provide support on other ad hoc tasks
Desirable Knowledge / Experience / Qualifications:
* Some experience in Accounts Payable
* Previous experience of a similar role in a fast-paced environment AAT qualification (highly desirable)
* A good level of MS Excel skills to help analyse / process transactional data
* MS Dynamics 365 and / or MS Dynamics Business Central ERPs (highly desirable)
Key Competencies and Personal Qualities:
* Excellent communication skills.
* Solution orientated, proactive and able to take ownership and work on own initiative.
* Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
* High energy level, and personal robustness, with the ability to cope with a demanding work schedule.
* Resilience; A positive outlook. Flexible and able to adapt to changing demands.
* High integrity and honesty. Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
* Be prepared to challenge the status-quo in a constructive and objective manner.
* Takes pride in their work
Plastic Energy embraces diversity in all its forms and are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status. If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.