SubContract Team Member - Newcastle upon Tyne

Balfour Beatty; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Accounts Payable (Subcontract) Team Member in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role offers a hybrid working model and involves processing payments, resolving queries, and supporting the finance team. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office, with a passion for quality service. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package while contributing to significant projects that support communities.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous leave

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
• Meticulous with attention to detail.
• Customer-focused with a passion for quality service.

Responsibilities

• Processing and reviewing payments, including urgent requests.
• Resolving queries related to payments and orders.
• Maintaining process manuals and supporting research.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Attention to detail

Confident communicator

Customer-focused

Team player

Education

AAT Level 2

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty is currently seeking an Accounts Payable (Subcontract) Team Member to join our Finance Team based at Quorum Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Please Note: This role offers a hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days in the office and flexible hours.

The Subcontract team provides financial, administrative, and clerical support, ensuring our supply chain is paid according to terms through processing, verifying, and reconciling subcontract payment certificates.

What you'll be doing

As an Accounts Payable (Subcontract) Team Member, your responsibilities include:

1. Processing and reviewing payments, including daily, weekly,, and urgent requests;
2. Handling subcontract rotation work such as approving payment certificates, reviewing reports, requesting ATRs, and managing holds;
3. Ensuring supplier accounts are paid timely;
4. Resolving queries related to payments and orders in collaboration with procurement and business teams;
5. Responding to email inquiries from stakeholders and suppliers;
6. Maintaining process manuals and supporting research and projects;
7. Submitting CIS returns to HMRC.

Team Specific

• Communicating effectively within the team to resolve queries;
• Participating in team meetings and forums;
• Supporting team members during absences or high workload periods;
• Maintaining knowledge of ERP and other systems.

Who we're looking for

Essential qualities include:

• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn;
• Organized with strong prioritization skills;
• Meticulous with attention to detail;
• Confident communicator with good relationship-building skills;
• Customer-focused with a passion for quality service;
• A team player, adaptable, and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable experience includes:

• Progress towards AAT Level 2 or similar;
• Experience with Oracle ERP system.

Why work for us

We deliver some of the UK's most significant projects, building infrastructure that supports communities and economies.

Why join us?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working, generous leave, pension schemes, and more. Join us to contribute to impactful projects and enjoy a supportive work environment.

About us

Balfour Beatty's Enabling Functions support our strategic objectives through expertise in Legal, Finance, IT, Procurement, and more, promoting efficiency and standardization.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture. We are members of various diversity initiatives and committed to equal opportunities, including support for armed forces personnel and individuals with disabilities. For more information, visit our website or contact us at [e-mail].

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