Accounts Payable Lead - #1787874

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As part of Places for People Group, Derwent FM are experts in providing facilities management solutions for university campus buildings and student accommodation. Our service is focused on our partnership approach with our clients and the student experience.

More About The Role

We are looking to recruit an Accounts Payable Lead on an initial 6 month contract.

Based on site 3 days a week in Leeds and reporting to the Head of Finance, this is an excellent opportunity to join a key area of the business.

You will be responsible for the day to day operations of the Accounts Payable team. Leading a team of 2, you will ensure that the function runs as effectively and efficiently as possible. In addition, you will ensure disputes and discrepancies with suppliers are resolved in a timely manner and payments made according to terms. You will also act as an escalation point for enquires.

Managing a portfolio of suppliers and and building relationships with stakeholders across the business is also a key part of the role.

More About You

The successful candidate will have worked in a similar role and have led an Accounts Payable function. Experience and an understanding of general accounting policies is desired. In addition, Project Management / experience of overseeing projects is desired though not essential.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience in a similar role.
• A proven track record of leading an Accounts Payable function,
• An understanding of VAT, CIS and Accounts Payable,
• Previously led teams,
• Excellent stakeholder engagement/ management.
  
  

The Benefits

We are an ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:    

• Competitive salary
• Excellent holiday package – 28 Days + Annual Leave
• Private Pension
• Bonus Scheme
• Training and development   
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.  
  
  

For more Information, please download the attached Job Profile.

What's next?

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