Accounts Payable Assistant

Who We Are

Since 1+06, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

Job Mission

As an Accounts Assistant you will be responsible for managing and sorting high volumes of invoices. Working as part of a team you will use a variety of OCR systems to help coordinate all invoices. The ideal candidate will be studying for their AAT, which we will support with during your career at New Balance.

We offer hybrid working and a flexibility to working hours to accommodate for a healthy work life balance.

Major Accountabilities
• Invoice processing for UK and foreign entities
• Log maintenance for invoices ensuring the correct approval is obtained for all invoices prior to processing onto the ledger for payment runs
• Setting up new suppliers
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Supplier communication
• Posting cash from various bank statements
• Allocating outstanding cash to invoices
• Other ad hoc duties when requires e.g. Purchase Order matching against invoices/raw materials 3 way matching

Requirements For Success
• Previous Accounts Payable processing experience is essential
• AAT Level 2 Qualified
• Previous experience dealing with different VAT rates & foreign VAT is desirable
• Ability to pick up new IT systems quickly
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Deadline driven
• Foreign languages desirable
• Strong communication skills 
• Team player
• Continuous improvement mindset

Benefits
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working Hours (08:00 – +:00 start, 16:00 -17:00 finish)
• Hybrid working (3 days on-site)
• 25 days Annual Leave per year
• Life Insurance
• On Site Gym
• Employee Discount
• Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year
• Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, ****** orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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