Accounts Payable Specialist

Lululemon; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative performance apparel company is seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable professional to join their EMEA Finance team. This role involves supporting financial operations, coordinating with the Head Office, and enhancing payment processes. The company is committed to creating a positive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. If you have a strong background in finance and excel in communication, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence. Join us in making a difference in the communities we serve!

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in finance or similar professional field.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support Accounts Payable functions, including vendor invoices and reimbursements.
• Participate in month-end closing and manage Corporate Credit Card program.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Written Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or related field

Job description

Description & Requirements

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

The EMEA Finance team comprises Accounting, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. We support our business partners with operational processes such as invoicing and payment, purchase orders, vendor management, expenses and cash management across our 11 EMEA markets.

a day in the life: what you'll do

• Support Accounts Payable functions independently, including vendor invoice and staff reimbursement
• Co-ordinate with Vancouver Head Office Accounts Payable team, to resolve any payments issues
• Review our On Time Payments reporting for EMEA and work with cross functional teams to boost on time payments
• Participate in month end closing, including but not limited to unbilled invoice accruals, Intercompany journals and reconciliations
• Manage our Corporate Credit Card programme, ensuring employees submit expenses in a timely manner
• Provide regular training to educate business teams on accounts payable flow and payment system independently, to facilitate payment/reimbursement processes
• Identify continuous improvements in existing processes and ways of working
• Handle other ad-hoc tasks as assigned from time to time by the Finance Manager

qualifications, skills & experience

• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or related field.
• 2+ years experience working in finance or similar professional field.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working.