Accounts Payable Assistant

Lomond Group; Horsforth; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in real estate is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves processing supplier invoices, preparing payments, and resolving queries, ensuring compliance with financial policies. The company values its employees and offers an array of perks, including a smart spending app for discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and opportunities for professional development. Join a workplace that champions diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team that celebrates achievements and fosters a supportive environment.

Benefits

Discounts at over 900 retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual leave purchase scheme

Smart Tech Scheme

Cycle2Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Competitive base pay

Performance bonuses

Pension scheme

Funding for professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Strong communication skills are a must for this position.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure correct coding.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding invoice queries.
• Prepare monthly supplier statement reconciliations.

Skills

Experience in Finance environment

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

IT Literacy

Knowledge of administrative systems

Understanding of equal opportunities

Knowledge of lettings or sales market

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Welcome to Lomond, the UK's leading network of lettings and estate agencies. We are not just a successful acquisitions company; we have established ourselves as a prominent player in the real estate industry. Our extensive network consists of 14 leading lettings and estate agencies, and we have made strategic acquisitions to date to enhance our portfolio of brands and properties under management.

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our team in Hortsorth. The salary for this position is £26,000 per annum.

Let's talk about the role. It involves:

• Processing supplier invoices and credit notes, ensuring they are coded correctly within the Finance system.
• Preparation of weekly supplier payments against the supplier accounts.
• Communicating with suppliers in relation to invoice or payment queries.
• Investigating and resolving outstanding supplier items, including but not limited to debit balances.
• Complying with all relevant financial policies and procedures.
• Set-up and maintenance of supplier accounts held on the system, adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Preparing monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
• Reconciliation and allocation of all outstanding items on the supplier ledgers.
• Ensure prompt management of the Accounts Payable team inbox.
• Providing cover for all other team members during periods of absence.
• Preparing, posting and reconciling all company credit card transactions.
• Any other ad-hoc duties as directed by the Accounts Payable Manager.

We're not just looking for someone who fits our team; we want to be a good fit for you too! We are looking for individuals with qualities such as:

• Experience of working in a previous similar role or a Finance environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• IT Literate/good knowledge Microsoft packages/Excel/Word.
• Knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities and diversity.
• Demonstrable experience of administrative systems and procedures.
• Knowledge of the lettings or sales market.

At Lomond, we believe in taking care of our people. That's why we offer some amazing perks and benefits through our engagement platform, LOMONDlife.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers, and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing, and master your mental health.
• Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free counselling support sessions.
• Our annual leave purchase scheme, where you can buy up to an extra 5 days of holiday.
• Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme.
• We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint with our Cycle2Work Scheme.
• We offer enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF.
• You'll enjoy competitive base pay that aligns with market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles.
• Celebrate your loyalty with special days and celebrations for length of service.
• Planning for retirement? We've got you covered with that important pension pot.
• Funding your professional qualifications so you can reach your full potential and build your career.
• And of course, we like to have a little fun too! Our company socials bring our people together. So work hard, and then socialise even harder!

We're excited to offer these amazing benefits to our hardworking teams. It's our way of showing appreciation for your dedication. At Lomond, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.

Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you. Apply today!

• Salford Quays; Leeds/Hybrid (Work from home / office)