Job Description

We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join our team and provide a high-quality Finance service, ensuring all invoices are processed and paid to terms.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure all overhead invoices are processed accurately and paid to terms. Work closely with the business to ensure that invoices are approved in an accurate and timely manner, purchase orders are in place and suppliers are paid to terms. Oversee the expenses process for UK & US to ensure all claims are audited as per company policy and paid to employees correctly. Supplier statement reconciliations - ensuring all invoices are received, accounted for and copies requested when not received by email/post. Maintain the accounts payable inbox and take ownership on all invoices and payment queries through to resolution. Ensure supplier & business queries are managed within the team's SLA Responsible for debit balances on AP Creditors Ledger. Monthly reconciliation of intercompany accounts. Preparing month end accruals. Direct debit/ payment on account allocations. Provide supporting documentation for auditor queries. Attend monthly stakeholder calls with key suppliers. Support on ad-hoc projects & initiatives Assist in highlighting and solving process improvements

Requirements

Demonstrable experience of working in a similar role is essential. Experience of working with multiple international legal entities and multiple currencies is advantageous. Previous experience working with an ERP system (AP) is essential. Experience working with Oracle is desirable. Experience working in the pharmaceutical / healthcare / life sciences industry is advantageous. Highly computer literate; experience operating with all Microsoft Office software, including a proficiency in Excel to include V-look ups & pivot tables. English and Mathematics GCSE grades A-B (or equivalent). Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders Hold a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to problem solve independently Good organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to meet deadlines

Benefits

27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Pension contributions - 4.5% matched Life assurance - 4x annual salary Flexible Benefits Platform with 25/month Company contribution Annual salary review Independent financial advice service Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme Shopping discounts with retailers Long service awards * Recognition scheme & employee of the year awards