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About the Role:Â We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive candidate with a strong focus on cost control/optimization, accounts payable, and FP&A. The successful candidate will support the finance team in managing costs, processing accounts payable & payments, and preparing management reports including budgets/forecasts to improve financial transparency, performance, and efficiency. They will also contribute significantly to the development of processes and automation across these functions.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable & Receivable Management:
- Process supplier invoices and salary payments ensuring timely and accurate settlement.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies. Maintain accurate records of all transactions.
- Contribute to the automation/development of accounts payable and payroll processes.
- Implement best practices in accounts payable management.
- Process sales invoices and manage collections.
Month-End Close Activities:
- Assist in month-end closing activities including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
- Post invoices into the financial system to ensure accuracy and completeness of cost data.
- Prepare cost-related schedules and reports for monthly management reviews.
- Assist in audits and reviews of project financial performance.
FP&A:
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts with various department heads.
- Prepare detailed cost and revenue reporting along with analysis and proposals.
- Identify areas of cost optimization/savings and ensure adherence to delivery.
- Assist in the development of reporting systems.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Part-qualified or pursuing professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable and cost control.
- FP&A experience is an advantage.
- Proven ability to deliver significant process improvement.
- Advanced MS Excel skills.
- Proficiency in financial ledger software.
Person Specification:
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.
