Payables Senior

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK RSM are looking for an Accounts Payable Senior to join our National Finance team in Gatwick. In this role you will be responsible for the coordination of accounts payable activity pertaining to an assigned group of stakeholders. You will proactively engage with internal and external contacts to ensure the provision of a premium service.

The role incorporates the organisation of purchase orders, contracts, suppliers, and associated monthly accounting prepayments, accruals and reconciliations to ensure prompt and accurate processing, approval and payment of invoices.

In addition, you will support the wider team to further develop stakeholder focused best practice and robust data led checks and controls.

You’ll make an impact by:

  • Delivery of service level agreements and timeline
  • Active stakeholder management (internal and external)
  • New supplier onboarding
  • Invoice coding including coding support for business users
  • Efficient and accurate invoice processing
  • Continuous reconciliations to ensure accurate position at least monthly
  • Payment management incorporating setup and maintenance of Direct Debit, Standing Orders etc
  • Correct application of VAT and other tax treatments is necessary
What we are looking for: We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:
  • Relevant, proven experience and qualifications in similar role
  • Exceptional communications skills and comfortable in building relationships
  • Strong understanding of accounting and bookkeeping and enjoys reconciliation
  • Professional, engaging and stakeholder focused
  • Strong data skills, able to analyse and summarise data driven actions
  • Good IT skills, particularly Excel. Note: Knowledge of the Workday system would be beneficial but not essential
  • Experience using supplier portals and procurement systems would be preferred
What we can offer you: We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.
  • Hybrid and Flexible working
  • 25 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
  • Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
  • Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.
Diversity and Inclusion at RSM At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs.

Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.

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