Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Payable Accountant to join our UK accounts payable team, to ensure compliance with all accounts payable activities, including accurate posting, VAT compliance, and sound working capital management. This role will be located in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham with hybrid working. Kiwa is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification. Our company motto is we create trust. We want you to trust us in becoming your employer of choice.
About the role Payables Accounting
Processing purchase invoices in accordance with the appropriate approvals Support Purchase Order and Purchase Invoice enquiries to ensure compliance and efficiency Process payment card and expenses transaction into the ledgers Support with regular supplier payment runs Perform supplier statement reconciliations Support the management of the AP Mailbox and investigate/resolve supplier queries Ledger activities
Manage changes to the Supplier Master Prepare and/or post journals such as accruals and prepayments Support the completion of ONS returns for the UK Group Support the delivery of internal and external audit documentation (such as invoice copies, proof of supplier payment etc.) Support the wider Finance team and any future Finance system testing
Do you have what it takes? The ability to deliver to tight timescales and deadlines consistently Excellent day to day planning and organisational skills Dynamism, aptitude for problem solving and teamwork, practicality, reliability, flexibility, and results oriented Exceptional communication skills and interpersonal relations at all levels The ability to engage and influence colleagues to achieve common goals and objectives. Sound bookkeeping knowledge
What can you expect from us in return? £26,000 - £28,000 per annum Generous Annual Leave
– Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, hybrid role (1/2 days in the office per week) Enhanced Family Leave
– Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave Milestone Rewards
– paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers Salary Reviews Company Bonus Scheme Enhanced Pension Contributions Life Assurance
– 4x your annual salary Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
– Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year 24/7 GP Service
– Access to medical advice anytime Cycle to Work Scheme Eye Care Vouchers
– Supporting your health and well-being Welcome Pack
– Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values:
Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged
the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development. As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception. If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak to a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.
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About the role Payables Accounting
Processing purchase invoices in accordance with the appropriate approvals Support Purchase Order and Purchase Invoice enquiries to ensure compliance and efficiency Process payment card and expenses transaction into the ledgers Support with regular supplier payment runs Perform supplier statement reconciliations Support the management of the AP Mailbox and investigate/resolve supplier queries Ledger activities
Manage changes to the Supplier Master Prepare and/or post journals such as accruals and prepayments Support the completion of ONS returns for the UK Group Support the delivery of internal and external audit documentation (such as invoice copies, proof of supplier payment etc.) Support the wider Finance team and any future Finance system testing
Do you have what it takes? The ability to deliver to tight timescales and deadlines consistently Excellent day to day planning and organisational skills Dynamism, aptitude for problem solving and teamwork, practicality, reliability, flexibility, and results oriented Exceptional communication skills and interpersonal relations at all levels The ability to engage and influence colleagues to achieve common goals and objectives. Sound bookkeeping knowledge
What can you expect from us in return? £26,000 - £28,000 per annum Generous Annual Leave
– Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, hybrid role (1/2 days in the office per week) Enhanced Family Leave
– Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave Milestone Rewards
– paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers Salary Reviews Company Bonus Scheme Enhanced Pension Contributions Life Assurance
– 4x your annual salary Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
– Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year 24/7 GP Service
– Access to medical advice anytime Cycle to Work Scheme Eye Care Vouchers
– Supporting your health and well-being Welcome Pack
– Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values:
Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged
the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development. As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception. If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak to a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.
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