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Accounts Payable Assistant (Fixed Term Contract 12- 18 months)

About the Role

Put simply, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting-edge communications technology. It means the huge volume of transactions within our purchase and sales ledger are incredibly diverse. As our Accounts Payable Assistant you’ll ensure everything’s accounted for and up-to-date.

Joining our AP/AR Team in our Finance Department, you’ll be part of the team that provides accounts payable / receivable support for everything from data input, to reconciliations and payments. This is a fixed term contract role for 12 - 18 months. Familiarity with using Microsoft Dynamics 'D365' is key!

What you'll be doing:

Reviewing, processing and paying staff expense claims
Inputting and reconciling the cash management monthly input across all bank accounts (via online banking)
Ensuring UK Bacs, one-off supplier and international AP payments are completed.
Complying with Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Maintaining our systems and procedures
Monitoring Supplier statements
Dealing with internal customer queries

We are now working in a hybrid way, with a mix of remote and office working. In this role you can expect to be on site minimum 2 days per week. We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for full time, part time or flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible. This will be dependent on the role you do and part of the business you work in.

About You

You'll be numerate and accurate with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Proficient IT skills are essential, as is the willingness to learn and help out a hardworking and supportive team.

Skills and Experience that you can bring to the role:

Experience of Accounts Payable (AP)
Dealing with large volume of transactions
Ability to prioritise workload
Excellent inbox management skills
Processing multi- currency AP transactions
Preparing UK and international payments and bi-monthly payment runs
Familiarity with using Microsoft Dynamics 'D365'

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

About Us

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. 

NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme. 

At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we hold memberships and accreditations to ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see our Diversity & Inclusion page.

We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of benefits. Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. 

To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us. 

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