Accounts Payable Assistant - Corporate, Manchester
We are ASM Global, and we host breath-taking live events at our venues around the globe. Our impressive network of over 350 Stadiums, Arenas, Conference Centres and Theatres has welcomed some of the World's most exciting Music Artists and Sporting Events. Our vision is to connect the world through inspiration, innovation, and imagination to realise the potential of the spaces and places that unite people.
What We Offer:
You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays.
We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you're contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.
A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.
Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of HealthShield; ASM will support these unexpected costs. For you and any children.
We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with Axa Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.
We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join ASM you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.
The Role:
This role is responsible for carrying out the 'end to 'end' process of the Accounts Payable function, from input of purchase invoices to payment to suppliers and carrying out bank reconciliations. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this position.
You'll be responsible for:
* Prepare a 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 the 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 reviews of aged creditor reports.
* Identify and implement improvements in processes and systems, to improve controls and efficiencies.
* Provide cover if necessary for other roles within Finance.
You'll have:
* Ideally experience with Microsoft finance systems.
* Minimum of 6 months experience in an accounts payable role.
* Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.
* Ability to problem solve.
* The ability to work efficiently with multiple colleagues.
* Excellent time management and organizational 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.
General Information:
The requirements of the business are such that a degree of flexibility is necessary and some evening and weekend work may be required.
Inclusive Workplace:
At ASM 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 employees, 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.
* £25000 - £28000 per annum + Hybrid/ home working + progression
* Competitive salary and a broad range of employee benefits
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