About Salix
Salix's mission is to enable and inspire organisations in the public and private sectors to achieve their ambitious net zero targets and create better places to live and work. They deliver government funding schemes to support councils, schools, housing associations, hospitals and universities boost their energy efficiency, reduce their impact on the environment, save money and to remove more households from fuel poverty.
Salix works with the UK government and the devolved administrations in Scotland and Wales. As well as managing the funding schemes, they provide professional advice, expertise, and support to grant recipients throughout all stages of their projects. They also offer insight, intelligence, and influence by sharing knowledge and lessons learned from project delivery to help improve future schemes and policy development. Salix was created in 2004 and have been growing ever since, now employing over 200 people, with offices in Manchester and London. They are committed to and passionate about supporting the public sector on the road to net zero.
The role
Salix are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor, reporting into the Cash & Payments Manager, to lead on all aspects of the payments process, including suppliers, expenses, loans and grants. The ideal candidates will have extensive experience working within an accounts payable environment and be confident in handling a variety of financial transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Approve supplier invoice/cash expense/corporate card upload journals prior to posting
* Support the Cash and Payments Manager to prepare an annual payments timetable to share with the wider organisation
* Carry out regular supplier reconciliations to ensure that payments are up to date and balances are accurate
* Provide regular reporting and analysis of accounts payable performance to the Cash and Payments Manager
* Train and support accounts payable staff on policies, procedures and systems, and foster a culture of continuous learning and development
* Perform ad-hoc projects and analysis as needed
* Leadership and Management:
* Support the Cash and Payments Manager in the rollout of the new Finance ERP system.
* Work with the Cash and Payments Manager to develop and maintain a strong internal control environment, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and practices.
* Deliver training to non-finance employees in finance systems, policies and procedures
Key Criteria
* Minimum 2 years of work experience in Accounts Payable
* Familiarity with bank cash management systems
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365, `NetSuite or other accounting software.
* Fosters collaborative and co-ordinated working across teams and in partnership with other organisations.
* Presents a credible and positive image both internally and externally.
* Pays close attention to detail, ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard.
* Effective time management and ability to set realistic timescales for work delivery.
* Self-motivated and good organisational skills
* Good interpersonal skills
* Experience of and ability to keep information confidential in the workplace
What Salix can offer you
* Salary: £34,00 – 37,000 (depending on experience)
* The role is to be offered on an 12- 18 month fixed-term contract with a possibility of extension or permanent role thereafter
* Annual Leave: 28 days (excluding bank holidays).
* Flexible working: 1 day required in Manchester office
* Cycle to Work Scheme