SubContract Team Member - Newcastle upon Tyne

ACCA Careers; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure development is seeking an Accounts Payable (Subcontract) Team Member to join their Finance Team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves processing payments, managing subcontract payments, and ensuring timely supplier payments. Candidates should be self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. AAT Level 2 or similar qualifications are desirable. The company offers a hybrid working arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous leave policies

Pension schemes

Share plans

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Oracle ERP system is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process payments and manage subcontract payment certificates.
• Resolve queries related to subcontract payments.
• Maintain process manuals and assist with projects.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer-focused

Team player

Education

AAT Level 2

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

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 arrangement with a minimum of 3 days in the office per week and flexible working hours.

The Subcontract team provides financial, administrative, and clerical support to ensure our supply chain is paid on time by processing, verifying, and reconciling subcontract payment certificates received by the company.

What you'll be doing

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

Role Specific

• Processing payments and reviewing requests daily, weekly, and for urgent cases;
• Handling subcontract rotation work including:
• Approving subcontract payment certificates;
• Reviewing outputs from automated reports;
• Requesting Authenticated Tax Receipts (“ATRs”);
• Managing rejections, holds, and VAT/payment holds;
• Managing daily workflow queries.
• Ensuring supplier accounts are paid according to agreed terms;
• Resolving queries related to subcontract payments and orders with procurement and business teams;
• Responding to email queries from internal stakeholders and external suppliers;
• Maintaining process manuals;
• Assisting with research and projects;
• Submitting CIS returns to HMRC.

Team Specific

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

Who we're looking for

The essential qualities include:

• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop;
• Organized, able to prioritize and multitask under tight deadlines;
• Meticulous with strong attention to detail;
• Confident communicator with good telephone manners and relationship-building skills;
• Customer-focused with a passion for quality service;
• A team player who is flexible and adaptable;
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Desirable experience includes:

• Working towards AAT Level 2 or similar professional exams;
• Experience with Oracle ERP system.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing infrastructure that supports communities and the economy.

Why join us?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working options, generous leave policies, pension schemes, share plans, and more. You will have the opportunity to shape your benefits to suit your needs.

About us

Balfour Beatty Group Enabling Functions support our strategic goals through various departments such as Legal, Finance, IT, Procurement, and more. We aim to improve efficiencies and standardize processes across the organization.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are members of various diversity initiatives and actively promote inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel and individuals with disabilities. For more information, visit our diversity page.

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