Finance / Accounts Assistant (AP) - Norwegian / Swedish - Hybrid

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international company seeks a Multilingual Accounts Payable Clerk in Bradford. This full-time role involves managing invoices, vendor communications, and financial transactions in a hybrid work environment. Candidates should be fluent in Swedish or Norwegian and have experience in finance roles, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Excellent benefits including a pension scheme and annual bonuses are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Market Salary

Pension Scheme

Annual Bonus Scheme

Discounted Private Health

33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Multilingual professional with finance experience in a dynamic environment.
• Hands-on experience with invoice management and vendor communication.
• Proactive mindset with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming invoices and validate them accurately.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and maintain ledger accuracy.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve queries and issues.

Skills

Fluency in Swedish

Fluency in Norwegian

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Experience in finance roles

Familiarity with SAP

Job description

Join Our Team as a Multilingual Accounts Payable Clerk in Bradford!

Are you ready to take the next exciting step in your finance career? We’re thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity to join our dynamic and fast-paced team in Bradford as an Accounts Payable Clerk!

We’re looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who is fluent in Swedish or Norwegian to support our growing international operations. This is more than just a job - it’s a chance to be part of a supportive team where your skills and financial acumen will make a real impact.

The Role at a Glance:

• Accounts Payable Clerk - Norwegian/Swedish
• Bradford - Hybrid (3 office days a week), full time in office during first 6-8 weeks
• Competitive Market Salary Plus Excellent Company Benefits Including Pension Scheme, Annual Bonus Scheme, Discounted Private Health, 33 days holiday
• Permanent - Monday to Friday - 35 Hours Per Week

Company: Global Distributor of Chemicals & Ingredients Used in Everyday Products

Culture: Work with real purpose. Grow how you want to. Be who you are.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Handling incoming invoices - whether they arrive by email or post, you’ll be the first point of contact to ensure they’re received and recorded accurately.
• Uploading and validating invoices - effortlessly drag and drop documents into our system, making sure everything is logged and ready for the next step.
• Processing with precision - manage any exceptions that arise and keep the invoice flow smooth and on track.
• PO matching and coding - match invoices to purchase orders or allocate them to the correct general ledger codes and cost centres with confidence and attention to detail.
• Invoice management - review, edit, and cancel invoices as needed, maintaining accuracy across all transactions.
• Vendor communication - respond to supplier queries by email or phone, building strong relationships and providing timely support.
• Problem-solving - troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise with suppliers to keep things running efficiently.
• Owning your ledger - take full responsibility for your assigned supplier ledger, keeping everything balanced and up to date.
• Deadline-driven success - work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Ad hoc duties - support the wider finance team as needed.

Who we are looking for:

We're seeking a multilingual finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with hands-on experience in dynamic finance teams and familiarity with platforms like SAP. The ideal candidate will have a proactive mindset, strong organizational skills, and the confidence to manage transactions with precision and efficiency. Enjoy rolling up your sleeves and being at the heart of a busy finance operation? This could be your perfect next step.

About Us:

With revenues exceeding $9 billion, Univar Solutions is one of the world's largest chemical & specialty product distributors, serving industries from food ingredients to automotive, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and manufacturing sectors. We deliver industry-leading products, services, and technical support to help our customers find the right solutions.

Our Values:

• Serious about safety
• We do what we say
• Where people matter
• Valuable to others
• Together we win

Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track review by our Hiring Team within 1–2 business days.

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