We are looking for an organised and enthusiastic accounts payable assistant to join our finance team. As part of this role you will be responsible for the processing of invoices within agreed timeframes onto the finance system.
Strong attention to detail is essential along with the proven ability to work well on your own as well as in a team. The ability to thrive in a fast paced environment is also important.
ABOUT THE TEAM
You will be part of a team of six within the accounts payable department reporting to the accounts payable manager.
WHAT WILL I BE DOING?
- Gaining approval of invoices/purchase orders from correct departments
- Direct entering and coding of non PO invoices
- Investigating and managing any invoice discrepancies through to resolution
- Raising weekly and ad-hoc supplier payments in GBP/USD/EUR and other foreign currencies
- Managing assigned accounts and clearing down aged items
- Allocation and posting of all payments
- Dealing with queries from external and internal clients
- Month end analysis of supplier accounts
- Supplier statement reconciliation
- Managing the relationship with key suppliers and UK/European/US key stakeholders
- Support with AP archiving and audit requests
WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?
- Proven experience within an accounts payable department
- Experience with working to tight budgets and deadlines and managing company expectations
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced ever-changing environment
- A keen, flexible and proactive attitude
- Intermediate level excel user
- A meticulous eye for detail
- A team player who works collaboratively with an ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- An innate desire to achieve the best possible results for the brand.
- A professional manner and diplomacy
- A positive lead-by-example approach to the wider AP team
ABOUT THE LOCATION
Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty. Studio Location.
Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.
- A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day
- We area disability committed certified employer
- Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends
- 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 2 years continuous service
- Bank holidays, birthdays and volunteering days off
- Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva
- UNUM employee assistance helpline
- Life assurance cover
- Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts
- Hybrid working in our historic East London studios, working hours are 9-5.30pm
- Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust
- Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adaption, menopause)
- Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness
- Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders
- Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!
#WeAreAllSaints
Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.
We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.
Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.
If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.