Accounts Payable

Your new company

Hays are delighted to be working with an expanding international organisation, who operate in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, maintaining high standards, fostering strong professional relationships and supporting the development of their people.Due to continued growth, they are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional to join the finance team. This position will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day accounting operations across several UK and international entities.

Accounts Payable
Permanent
Leeds City Centre
Full Time Hours - Hybrid working
£29,000

Your new role
As part of a busy and dynamic accounts team, you will be responsible for supporting purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking, and month-end activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking who thrives within a busy high volume role.
Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the purchase ledger and manage relationships with UK and international suppliers.
• Process supplier invoices and ensure approvals are obtained in accordance with company policies.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Process employee expenses and company credit card transactions.
• Prepare and process weekly BACS and SEPA payment runs.
• Create and manage ad-hoc manual bank payments where required.
• Raise sales invoices and accurately post customer receipts.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate outstanding balances.
• Post journals for bank interest, receipts, and payments to the general ledger.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations accurately and on time.
• Support timely month-end ledger close activities.
• Assist Corporate Accountants with finance-related queries and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes and controls.

What you'll need to succeed
We are seeking an organised and motivated finance professional who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within an accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or finance administration role.
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger and banking processes.
• Good working knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Outlook
• Experience using accounting systems (JDE experience would be advantageous but is not essential).
• Experience working with multiple entities or international suppliers would be beneficial.

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and approachable attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player with a willingness to support colleagues.
• Knowledge of additional European languages would be an advantage.

What you'll get in return
In return for your skills and commitment, you will also receive

• Competitive salary package and holiday entitlement
• Opportunity to work within a growing international organisation.
• Exposure to UK and international accounting operations.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Varied and interesting workload across multiple entities.
• The chance to work closely with senior finance professionals and build valuable experience.

What you need to do now
Please send your CV

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