Job Description
Accounts Payable (6-month FTC)
Core3 are delighted to recruit an Accounts Payable on a 6 month fixed term contract with a leading organisation in Central Bristol. £35,000-£40,000 per annum (pro-rata for the duration of the contract) Hybrid working.
Why join our client?
This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual to work within a very complex business and to be a part of a highly performing finance department that develop you and your skills.
How you'll make an impact
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating payments to suppliers, negotiating payment terms, and maintaining effective communication with internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate payments to suppliers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Negotiate payment terms with suppliers to optimize cash flow and maintain positive relationships.
- Track all payment terms and deadlines, providing regular reports to internal stakeholders.
- Utilize spreadsheet software proficiently to manage payment data and generate reports.
- Act as a liaison between the company and suppliers, handling communication and addressing any payment-related issues.
- Push back on suppliers when necessary to ensure compliance with payment terms and company policies.
- Collaborate with Finance Assistants to manage transactional activities, focusing on high-value, low-volume transactions.
- Engage in low-volume, high-value transactions, processing approximately 20-40 transactions per day.
- Conduct cognitive, personality, and Excel exercises as part of the recruitment process.
- Participate in face-to-face interviews with Nick in Central Bristol.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in supply chain or procurement is preferred.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in spreadsheet software, particularly Excel, to manage payment data and generate reports.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial transactions and data.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working in an office environment in Central Bristol, with the flexibility to work 4-5 days per week (potentially flexing to 3 days) during core hours of 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Why we're excited about you
Our client is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable to help on an interim basis through a busy period of growth.
What you'll get in return
The remuneration and benefits for this role are:
- £35,000-£40,000 per annum (pro-rata for the duration of the contract) Hybrid working (2 days wfh)