Accounts Payable Assistant - Cruise

Internova Travel Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Internova Travel Group is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to support the Cruise division and broader AP shared services across the UK. You will manage supplier payments, process invoices, run payments, and reconcile accounts to uphold accuracy and timeliness in a busy finance environment.

The role requires 1–2 years in AP, strong numeracy, and experience with accounting software. AAT/part qualifications are desirable; Dolphin/Agresso experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting concepts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in using accounting software is a plus.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with accounting systems and reconciliation processes.
• Problem-solving skills and discrepancy resolution in accounts payable.
• 1–2 years’ experience in an accounts payable role.
• AAT or part-qualified in a professional accounting body is desirable.
• Dolphin or Agresso experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Cruise Supplier Payments: process supplier payments for the Cruise division within deadlines.
• Invoice Processing: accurately process purchase invoices and route for approvals.
• Payment Runs: prepare and run supplier payments with required documentation.
• Payment Posting & Reconciliations: post payments and perform reconciliations.
• Accounts Payable Inbox: manage queries from suppliers and internal teams.
• Supplier Account Management: reconcile accounts and maintain good relationships.
• Credit Card Reconciliations: reconcile Barclaycard, Virtual Cards and AMEX.
• Shared Service Support: assist with wider AP tasks within the group.
• Aged Creditors: monitor and resolve outstanding balances per policy.
• Audit Support: provide records for internal/external audits.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Detail oriented

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

Time management

Teamwork

Numeracy

Accounts payable experience

Accounting software

Dolphin

Agresso

AAT/part-qualified desirable

Reconciliations

Education

AAT or part-qualified in accounting

Tools

Dolphin

Agresso

Job description

Overview

Internova Travel Groupis one of the largest travel services companies in the world with a collection of leading brands delivering high-touch, personal travel expertise to leisure and corporate clients. Internova manages leisure, business and franchise firms through a portfolio of distinctive divisions. Internova represents more than 100,000 travel advisors in over 6,000 company-owned and affiliated locations predominantly in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, with a presence in more than 80 countries.

This role supports multiple UK companies within the Internova Group as part of a shared finance service. The primary focus of the role is to manage the Accounts Payable function for the Cruise division, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time to support critical booking deadlines and maintain strong supplier and operational relationships.

Alongside the Cruise function, the role will also support the wider Accounts Payable shared service across the Group, assisting with payment processing, reconciliations and other AP activities as required.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Cruise Supplier Payments: Take ownership of processing supplier payments for the Cruise division, ensuring all payments are made accurately and within supplier deadlines to prevent booking cancellations or disruption to customer travel.
• Invoice Processing: Process purchase invoices promptly and accurately, ensuring all invoices follow the appropriate approval process within the shared service environment.
• Payment Runs: Prepare and process supplier payment runs, ensuring all required approvals and supporting documentation are in place before payment.
• Payment Posting & Reconciliations: Post daily payments into the accounting system and complete regular payment reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Accounts Payable Inbox: Monitor and manage the Accounts Payable inbox daily, responding to supplier and internal queries in a timely manner.
• Supplier Account Management: Reconcile supplier accounts, resolve payment queries and maintain positive working relationships with Cruise suppliers, vendors, and IC’s.
• Credit Card Reconciliations: Reconcile and post company credit cards, including Barclaycard, Virtual Cards and AMEX transactions.
• Shared Service Support: Provide support across the wider Accounts Payable function for other Internova UK entities during periods of increased workload, annual leave or business demand.
• Aged Creditors: Assist in managing the aged creditors ledger, ensuring outstanding balances are reviewed and resolved in line with company policy.
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• General Finance Support: Provide administrative and financial support to the wider Finance team as required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in using accounting software is a plus.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with accounting systems and reconciliation processes.
• Problem-Solving Skills:Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in accounts receivable.
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in an accounts payable role.
• AAT or part-qualified in a professional accounting body (ACCA/CIMA) is desirable.
• Dolphin or Agresso experience is desirable

PAY AND BENEFITS

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This role may be eligible for an incentive, commission, bonus, or a discretionary bonus program based on the company’s financial goal achievement and individual performance.

Internova Travel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and gender identity or any other protected class.

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