Job Description

Location: Swindon, England, United Kingdom
Contract type: Unknown
Brand: WHSmith Travel
Pay: Competitive

JOB OVERVIEW


At WHSmith our people are at the heart of everything we do. They are the ones that go the extra mile for our customers, the ones that enable our growth. We're looking for a

Recoveries Assistant

to join our Travel Financial Accounting team. The role will be based at our Head Office in Swindon and we are looking for a talented, dynamic individual to join us.

What you will be doing:

Accurately and timely raising of invoices to our customers including franchise partners Management of payments from our franchise partners Recovery of monies from airlines for refreshment vouchers Credit control of airline accounts and some franchise partners Setting up of new suppliers within WHS systems Processing of invoices directly into the ledger system Dealing with supplier queries and statement reconciliations Assist other members of the team with ad-hoc tasks as required

What we are looking for:

Previous experience in a similar role High attention to detail Strong organising and prioritising skills Numerate and analytical Strong interpersonal skills Quick learner High desire to succeed and take pride in own work Unafraid to seek the right person and ask for help Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in the use of Excel (ability to perform Vlookups highly beneficial)

How we reward our teams:

Competitive salary Annual bonus based on company and personal performance Hybrid working model from home and in the office 24 Days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days holiday Finish at 4pm on a Friday Competitive pension contribution Staff discount card for stores and online

About us:

Celebrating 230 years, we're proud to have grown and evolved into a globally recognised brand present in over 30 countries around the world, and we're proud to be that air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey, both in life and through life. As a diverse group of over 5,000 colleagues, we are all on the same journey to a better business through our commitments to our planet, people and the communities we serve.


Our UK Travel office is based in a buzzing part of central London close to Liverpool Street Station. We are an ambitious team that thrives on pace, collaboration and innovation resulting in a real entrepreneurial culture. It's perfect for people who are happy to use their initiative and embrace life outside their comfort zone.


At WHSmith, we're all about creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. No matter your background, age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or anything else that makes you, you--you're welcome here.


We're also open to flexible working where possible, so if that's something you need, let's chat. And if you need any adjustments during the selection process, just let our Talent Acquisition team know--we're happy to help!



OUR VALUES

We strive to be outward-facing and customer-focused:

an organisation that keeps its promises. Living our four key values is an important part of achieving this aim.

CUSTOMER

FOCUS
We keep the customer at the heart of all that we do.
VALUE

OUR PEOPLE

Our people are respected and valued in an honest, open environment.
DRIVE FOR

RESULTS

We push ourselves to achieve ambitious and competitive results - delivered with pace.

ACCOUNTABILITY

We take personal responsibility and deliver what we say we will.