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Your primary focus will be to manage and execute accounts payable processes with precision, taking ownership of key responsibilities that support the Finance function. In this fast-paced and dynamic environment, you'll also seek to refine workflows, enhance efficiency, and eventually take a leading role in driving the function forward.
Client Details
In quantitative trading, precision, speed, and efficiency are essential for success. The finance function plays a vital role in the company's daily operations by ensuring cost-saving opportunities are identified, budgets are allocated effectively, resources are used efficiently, timely payments are made, financial regulations are met, and accurate financial insights support strategic decision-making.
We're looking for individuals who understand the importance of this function and are eager to contribute to the team's success.
Description
Accounts Payable:- Accurately process and code purchase orders and invoices in the system, ensuring timely payments to maintain operational efficiency.
- Execute supplier payments with precision, safeguarding the firm's financial integrity.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships by addressing queries promptly and fostering trust.
- Uphold and enhance procurement controls to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
- Work closely with internal procurement teams to streamline processes and drive efficiency.
- Conduct aged creditor analysis to provide insights into payment cycles and financial planning.
- Reconcile supplier statements to ensure accuracy and accountability.
- Process employee expenses diligently, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Perform weekly bank reconciliations to maintain accurate cash flow tracking.
- Post cash entries into the accounting system with precision, ensuring financial data integrity.
- Monitor cash balances to support informed decision-making and operational readiness.
- Generate clear, detailed reports for Management, providing actionable insights into accounts payable and cash management activities.
- Support and collaborate with team members, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the Finance function.
Profile
The Person- Proactive and driven: You take initiative, work independently, and are committed to delivering work to the highest standards.
- Logical and detail-oriented: You have strong critical thinking skills, are comfortable with numbers, and appreciate the importance of precision in working with data.
- Collaborative and communicative: You excel at working with a diverse range of stakeholders, both technical and non-technical, and communicate effectively.
- Conscientious and reliable: You understand the significance of your role and take a diligent, responsible approach to your work.
- Prior experience in an accounting or finance function is preferred, but candidates with a strong desire to build a career in this area are equally considered.
- Proficiency in Excel, including macros and pivot tables.
- A demonstrated interest in finance and/or quantitative trading, with a curiosity for the challenges of the industry.
- A strong degree in finance, a numerate discipline, or another analytical field.
Job Offer
- Potential fully-paid or subsidised education
- Employee resource group with regular social activities
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Generous holiday and parental leave allowances
- Mental health MOTs
- State of the art, on-site gym equipment
- Free breakfast, fresh fruit and snacks through the day
- Interest-free season ticket loans
