Handle are delighted to be working with a sports management agency in their search for an accounts payable assistant working within a small finance team, this an an amazing opportunity to work in a fast paced, exciting and rewarding environment.
You will be:
· Timely and accurate processing of all supplier invoices / credit notes received ensuring invoice documents include all
required characteristics.
· Ability to review invoices, code accurately and provide a description for the invoice that clearly represents the good(s)
/ service provided.
· Timely processing of personal and prepay / credit card expense claims in line with the Company T&E policy.
· Creation of weekly supplier and employee personal expense payment runs and ad hoc payments.
· Ensure all manual payments are posted within 2 business days.
· Reconciliation of supplier accounts, investigating discrepancies in a timely manner.
· Assist AP Management with review of supplier reconciliations.
· Assist AP Manager with the weekly creation and distribution of reports to communicate any supplier, or employee
expenses awaiting review and approval.
· Efficient management of allocated inboxes with a willingness to cover others when team members are out of the office
or have been requested to work on other tasks.
· Timely response to any queries raised by the bank on payments made.
· Perform month end tasks and preparation, or review for approval in line with the timetable as appropriate. Preparing /
posting journals with care, accuracy and understanding.
· Responsible for ensuring all transactions are processed in line with relevant controls.
· Ensure all entries made in ERP or present in reconciliations meet audit compliance.
· Identify potential process improvements and contribute to a high standard, continuous improvement culture. Never be
afraid to challenge the 'status quo' in a respectable and professional manner.
· Be a subject matter expert for system processes within the Accounts team, working closely with the US to ensure the
Region is aligned on process.
· Take a lead on providing training and supervisory support to Account payable processors within the team.
· Provide analytical, administrative and project support to AP Manager / management.
The Skills & Experience you need
· 2+ years of Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable / general finance experience
· Excellent understanding of accounting procedures and financial controls
· Proficient with Microsoft Office applications specifically with Excel
· Very good attention to detail
· Exceptional customer service skills and communication (verbal and written)
· Ability to always maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
· Ability to work in fast paced, ever evolving organisation
· Experience working in a multi-national company / matrix environment
Due to the sector there will be a high volume of applicants, we will not be able to come back to everyone but successful applicants will be contacted within 5 days.
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
