Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world's most innovative companies to create a more connected world?


Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.


The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.


We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you're new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.

Position Overview

Full-time, Permanent Accounts Assistant with a focus on Purchase Ledger but expanding to other accounting functions with time and understanding. Reporting to the Finance Manager.

Responsibilities

Processing of purchase ledger invoices including matching to PO/GRN, obtaining authorisation for and coding of invoices, ensuring correct treatment of input VAT and other taxes Processing invoices into the accounts payable software (iCompleat) and accountancy system (Sage 50) Manage supplier payment expectations and put forward payment list for review and approval Generation of payment runs Sending remittances Reconciling supplier statements and proactively resolving queries with colleagues and third parties Liaising with suppliers Maintaining supplier records Query resolution via phone and email Processing employee credit card expenses ensuring compliance with company policy Completing bank reconciliations Creating purchase orders including determining correct coding Contribute towards continuous efforts to improve processes Other ad hoc office duties, as required Chasing debtors Import VAT processing Sales Ledger invoicing Maintaining customer records Assist with month end reporting schedules ONS survey submissions

Qualifications

Someone with strong analytical skills, who can work independently and as part of a team. The ability to think creatively and solve problems is essential. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Willing to learn specific methodologies and administration processes An organised, systematic approach to prioritise and keep on top of daily tasks with a keen eye for detail and be able to produce accurate reports Have used and are confident with Microsoft Excel Good communication skills both written and verbal Comfortable dealing with confidential matters Enthusiastic and self-motivated Confident in learning new systems Capable of prioritising a busy workload and meet deadlines

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.


SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.

SUBCOM'S CORE VALUES

Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation