Accounts Payable Clerk (fixed term - 6 months)

Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA; Blyth; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexi scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Subsidised canteen

Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers

Cycle to Work

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to process supplier invoices and employee expenses with accuracy and efficiency. You will ensure payments align with contracts and internal authorisation, while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues.

Key requirements include prior AP experience, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with SAP AP and E-Flow. The role offers flexible working arrangements and exposure to UK and international supplier

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Payable function is essential, preferably in manufacturing.
• GCSE or equivalent qualification required.
• E-Flow invoice processing is advantageous.
• Knowledge of DD and electronic payment systems (BACS).
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications is essential.
• Ability to plan and prioritise busy work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and expenses accurately.
• Validate pricing against purchasing information to ensure correct payments.
• Maintain supplier database and submit payments to UK and international suppliers.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and statements.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues.

Skills

Accounts Payable

SAP

BACS

MS Office

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Tools

SAP AP

E-Flow

Job description

Who we are

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

About the role

To process supplier invoices and employee expenses accurately and efficiently ensuring suppliers paid

in accordance with contractual agreements and internal authorization regulations. To ensure good

relationships with Draeger’s suppliers and employees.

• Processing of supplier invoices, credit notes, (VIM)
• Validation of pricing information on supplier documentation against purchasing information, ensuring correct payments are made to suppliers.
• Maintenance of supplier database.
• Preparation and submission of payments to UK and International suppliers and employees.
• Reconciliation of supplier accounts. (Reconciling Supplier Statements)
• Other administrative or related activities
• Working with other departments to resolve any issues

The tasks and responsibilities above are typical of the duties the postholder will be expected to perform. It is not necessarily exhaustive and other duties of a similar nature and level may be required from time to time.

Shared responsibilities

All employees have a responsibility:

• to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
• to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

Reporting Relationships Manager - Accounts Payable Senior

Size of team/environment - 4

Role Requirements Education/Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent Related Experience
• Experience in an Accounts Payable function essential, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• E-Flow invoice processing is advantageous.
• Deep knowledge of DD & Electronic payment systems i.e. BACS
• Manufacturing background would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of SAP Accounts Payable module would be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications is essential.
• Ability to plan and prioritise busy work schedule.

Skills, Special Competencies

• Numerate, diligent and flexible with capability of working on own initiative to strict reporting deadlines.
• Good communication skills and comfortable liaising with employees at all levels in the organisation as well as external suppliers.

Dräger‘s Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
• Flexi scheme
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
• Cycle to Work
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
• Charity Giving scheme

Dräger‘s dedication

We are open to flexible working and will consider a range of options, including adjustments to working hours, patterns, and location, depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific requirements, we encourage you to discuss them with us as part of the application process.

At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!