Business Manager - Gleeson Recruitment Group
6 Month FTC to Permanent
Hybrid
Exciting 6 months fixed term contract to permanent opportunity in Accounts Payable!
Are you an experienced, detail-oriented, and motivated Accounts Payable professional with a proven track record of managing accounts payable processes? Do you enjoy taking on new challenges and are you excited by change?
I have a brand new full-time contract to permanent Accounts Payable Clerk opportunity offering to join a well-established, successful business based in Leicestershire, who are experiencing further success and growth.
About the Role:
The role is full-time and hybrid. You will work within a vibrant open-plan office within the busy finance team, reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager. As a dedicated Accounts Payable Clerk, you will be responsible for the timely processing of your own set of supplier invoices and full process to BACS payments. You will also play a key role in supporting the manager in the development and implementation of accounts payable processes and bring ideas to aid with the continuous improvement of this function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Efficient and accurate processing of supplier invoices, credit notes, and payment requests.
* Maintain adherence to accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
* Collaborate with the treasury team to plan and execute payment runs.
* Support the Manager in preparing AP-related reports, payment forecasts, and accruals for month-end closure.
* Support the Manager with continuous process improvement.
* Ensure regular communication with suppliers to build positive relationships.
Ideally, you will have:
* Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or in an accounts-based role, with an understanding of accounts payable processes.
* Experience of working to targets and processing high volumes of supplier invoices.
* Accuracy under pressure – maintaining attention to detail while managing high volumes.
* Strong team player attitude, with experience working in a team to achieve goals.
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage difficult situations and maintain strong supplier relationships.
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong analytical skills and experience in using financial software to produce reports and manage accounts.
* Desirable - A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions to improve accounts payable processes.
* Desirable - Process improvement mindset – suggesting and implementing changes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and service relating to processes.
What’s on offer:
* A competitive salary depending on experience: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum.
* Private medical care.
* On-site parking.
Please apply if this sounds like something you are interested in.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Accounting/Auditing
Industries: Manufacturing
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