Accounts Payable Specialist (Interim)

Dyson Farming; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned agriculture company is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to maintain efficient processing within Finance Operations. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 3 years of experience in finance operations, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a keen interest in process improvement. This role offers a modern office environment, attractive benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years experience in Finance Operations.
• Understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to create reports and present financial information.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices ensuring accuracy.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Support financial system upgrades.

Skills

Finance Operations experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Currently studying accounting or related field

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.

Requirements

• 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.