Accounts Payable Associate - Italian

Cummins; Darlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Associate to enhance their finance team in Darlington. This role emphasizes efficient data management and accurate financial matching, ensuring smooth operations within the accounts payable department. You will engage with both internal and external customers, tackling queries and maintaining supplier reconciliations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, be proficient in Excel and Oracle systems, and have a passion for continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will drive efficiency and compliance in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Wide range of benefits

Qualifications

• Fluency in Italian is required for effective communication.
• Experience in general accounts payable is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage data entry in accounts payable systems for accuracy.
• Resolve queries and maintain supplier relationships effectively.

Skills

Fluency in Italian

Proficient in Excel

Oracle Systems

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Education

GCSE in English

GCSE in Math

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Accounts Payable Associate to join our team, specialising in Finance for our CBSE Accounts Payable Team in Darlington, United Kingdom.

This role requires fluency in Italian, both written and verbal.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Efficient Data Management: Complete data entry in the CBSE Accounts Payable systems to ensure all financial records are accurate and up to date, which is crucial for the finance department's smooth operation.
• Accurate Financial Matching: Complete manual matching for direct and indirect purchases in financial systems to maintain data integrity and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded.
• Resolving Queries: Escalate matching queries to plant personnel for a resolution to facilitate quick problem-solving and address discrepancies promptly.
• Clearing Aged Invoice Queries: Investigate and clear aged invoice queries on the AP Query Database and Intercompany dispute database to maintain a clean accounts payable ledger and reduce financial discrepancies.
• Customer Interaction: Deal with internal and external customer queries related to supplier invoices and payments to enhance communication and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Supplier Reconciliations: Complete supplier statement reconciliations to ensure all supplier accounts are accurate and up to date, preventing payment issues and fostering good supplier relationships.
• Maintaining Compliance: Ensure Sox documentation is followed, and all work instructions are maintained according to current processes and controls to help the organisation stay compliant with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Supporting Continuous Improvement: Support projects, testing, and improvements, and participate in accounts payable improvement initiatives to contribute to ongoing process and system enhancements, driving efficiency and effectiveness in the finance department.

Responsibilities

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

• Flexibility and Teamwork: Adaptable and collaborative, open to changes, and contributing positively to team dynamics.
• Technical and Analytical Skills: Proficient in Excel and email, familiar with Oracle systems, strong numerical skills, and understanding of business processes. Effective time management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
• Communication and Integrity: Strong oral and written communication, integrity, flexibility, adaptability, and ability to lead through vision and values.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance aligned with organisational goals. Use business knowledge to support decision-making and guide positive results.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Fluent in Italian, both written and spoken is required.
• Experience in general accounts payable is essential.
• Qualifications in English and Math at GCSE level or equivalent are desirable.
• Experience in administration is advantageous.

About Us

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

• Competitive salary, and a wide range of benefits
• Competitive salary, and a wide range of benefits
• Competitive salary, and a wide range of benefits
• Competitive salary, and a wide range of benefits