Job Description

Job description

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Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience?




With a presence in the United Kingdom dating back 90 years, Safran is the partner of choice for customers in the aerospace and defense markets. Safran provides solutions for top-tier customers in the United Kingdom and worldwide, including government agencies and leading prime contractors.




Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.




We are looking for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our shared service centre which is responsible for all the UK sites within Safran; including transactional finance, HR (Graduate Programme and central HRIS Administrator), L&D coordination through Safran University, Indirect Purchasing, Tax and




Were looking for someone that enjoys networking across several sites and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.




Looking to lead a team of up to 2 in the processing, payment of all invoices, and associated tasks. Responsible for all AP operational issues relating to the BU you lead.




We will offer hybrid working model of 3 Days office based 2 days working from home for this role, after a period of integration into the role.

Job requirements

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Qualifications/Skills & Experience:


Essential:


Demonstrate experience of working within similar Accounts Payable roles. Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Previous experience of working with ERP systems. Proficient administration, numerical, planning and organizational skills. A comprehensive understanding of the 'purchase to pay' process. Knowledge of general accounting procedures Proficient and accurate in data entry and management Significate accounts payable or general accounting experience Analytical skills covering written, graphic, numerical & statistical information



No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

Specificity of the job

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Main role:


Assistance for operational teams on economic issues Support for calculation of margins on contracts, provisions, etc. for each accounting period The responsibilities associated with these roles are:
o provide the information needed for operational accounting purposes


o People Management responsibility for Accounts Assistants. Part of the role will be to support, develop and coach members of team with their personal and professional development, ensuring that they are appropriately involved in operational issues and project work as appropriate.


Ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices/credits received Ensure that non purchase order invoices obtain the necessary level of authorisation. Build excellent relationships with Suppliers and internal departments to resolve any queries on a timely basis. Reconciling supplier's statements to AP Ledger and GRNI (goods received not invoiced), ensuring all discrepancies are resolved. Weekly Payment runs for all currencies are accurate and on time. Exhibit positive role model behaviour, ensuring an environment that promotes a professional, open culture, fosters teamwork, flexibility, and enables continuous development of the team. Identification of process improvement opportunities and creation of action plans. Face of Accounts Payable service for the Business Unit. Ensure the team comply with all legal, audit and internal control requirements.


Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.




Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.