Accounts Payable Specialist (Interim)

Dyson Farming; Nocton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company based in Nocton is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their Finance team. The successful candidate will support financial operations, ensuring effective processing of invoices and vendor records while contributing to process improvement initiatives. Benefits include generous holiday, life assurance, and employee discounts, making it an exciting opportunity for growth in a sustainable agricultural environment.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Charitable Giving via payroll

Cycle to work scheme

Free annual flu jab

Free eye test

Employee Assistant Programme

Access to product discounts

Organised social events

Free parking

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in Finance Operations, either studying or eager to study.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment.
• Organized, enthusiastic, and deadline-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy.
• Maintain vendor records in the ERP system.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience in Finance Operations

Accounting principles understanding

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Process improvement willingness

Job description

Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon‑neutral, high‑technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever‑closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will support the growth of the company by maintaining efficient processing within purchase to pay processes and wider Finance Operations, including contributing to continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be process driven, enthusiastic and possess current payments and accounting experience. In return the role offers a superb development opportunity working across a diverse business with ambitious growth plans, at the cutting edge of a vitally important industry. We are excited about growing the future of sustainable agriculture, and sound Finance Operations will be a key element of our success.

This role is based predominantly in our spacious, modern offices on the beautiful Nocton Estate, 20 minutes South of Lincoln and will be a part of our Finance team, with some travel to other business locations.

• Must be available to start immediately
• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies and procedures

• Continuous improvement of automated AP systems
• Prepare and process payment runs, ensuring accurate allocation and recording of expenses
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to‑date vendor records in the ERP system
• Respond promptly to vendor and internal business user inquiries and resolve payment‑related issues
• Contribute to KPI information on Finance Operations
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including reconciliations and accruals
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and Finance team effectiveness
• Support financial system upgrades, notably in system testing and engaging with business end users

Person Specification

• 1 to 3 years experience in Finance Operations, currently studying or actively wanting to do so
• Ability and willingness to quickly absorb new information and work in a changing environment
• A good business partner with a high level of interpersonal skills who can interact with and earn the confidence and trust of a wide range of stakeholders
• Up to date, working understanding of accounting principles
• Excellent communication skills, including experience creating reports and presenting financial information clearly and simply
• Willingness to constructively challenge and improve processes
• Be organised, enthusiastic and committed to meeting deadlines
• Be ambitious with a will to progress in your career

Benefits

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu jab
• Free eye test
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Access to product discounts
• Organised social events
• Free parking