Accounts Payable Assistant

An award-winning employer , our people are trusted and responsible , believing in what they do with a clear commitment to contribute to transforming the world we live in and shaping a world of trust. Bureau Veritas operates in a wide range of sectors, delivering Testing, Inspection and Certification services to some of the world’s biggest household names. With more than 400,000 global clients and a reputation for quality , we are at the forefront of service and innovation.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do , which is why we have worked hard to create a supportive and engaging working environment, which is open and inclusive and individuals are given the opportunity to fulfil their potential and really leave their mark.

Role : Accounts Payable Assistant

Location : Wythenshawe - Hybrid

Package : Competitive salary + Fantastic Benefits Package

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Role Purpose

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to process invoices efficiently and ensure prompt payments to suppliers, minimizing aged transactions. You will also investigate and resolve supplier queries, providing excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Main Duties and Responsibilities :

• Build strong relationships with internal and external customers to provide outstanding service.
• Monitor supplier invoice mailboxes and process invoices within agreed SLAs using BASWARE scanning system.
• Match invoices with receipted Purchase Orders in FLEX accurately.
• Identify and resolve purchase order and supplier invoice mismatches by collaborating with operations.
• Address supplier issues such as missing purchase order numbers or incorrect company details.
• Submit weekly supplier BACS runs and reconcile monthly supplier statements in line with KPIs.
• Maintain Accounts Payable generic mailboxes and take ownership of assigned suppliers / entities.
• Ensure effective escalation of issues and work towards achieving service level targets.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as needed.

Experience & Skills Required :

Qualifications Required :

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Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer. No job applicant or employee shall receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability or age.

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