Finance Assistant - Military veterans preferred

Position:  Financial Assistant
 

Why choose DHL Cross-Border Solutions UK?

We are proud to say that DHL Cross-Border Solutions UK has achieved Top Employer accreditation for the 3rd year running. We offer competitive pay rates and a range of benefits including discount vouchers for restaurants, cinemas and retail outlets , saving you money on your everyday essentials.  Along with pension, enhanced family leave, childcare discounts, employee assistance programme and much more!

About the role:

As the Financial Assistant will be responsible for managing the company's accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports and payments to vendors. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

• Responsible for maintaining vendor master data and onboarding process.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and respond both timely and accurately to enquiries regarding invoices and payments.
• Administration & maintenance of PtP workflow using the software Basware.
• Check and update vendor information and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Prepare and process payments to vendors, ensuring timely disbursement.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports related to accounts payable and expenses.
• Oversee the checking and processing of employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant company policies and accounting standards.
• Actively support of the wider Finance team with other relevant topics and processes, e.g. month-end closing or internal controls assessment.
• Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations in relation to accounts payable
• Implementation of process changes where necessary.
• Be an active participant in the project team to migrate the current finance ERP to S4/HANA, focusing on accounts payable.

The ideal candidate will have:

• More than 2 years in a comparable role
• Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar financial role.
• Proficient in Excel including formulas and data summarization
• Good knowledge of SAP

What about career development?

We take every employee’s career seriously and believe in realising their full potential. We have dedicated learning and development programmes that are open to every employee and an open working culture where everyone’s voice is heard, so you can shape your future career path at DHL Cross Border Solutions.

What will you need to do next?

If you meet the requirements for this role and are looking for your next career move, submit your application to us along with an up-to-date CV

Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion

As a global company, we see the diversity of our employees as a genuine strength.  A strength that we will only really leverage if we ensure that our employees sincerely feel that they can bring their true selves to work every day.

We’re committed to attracting the best possible person for every vacancy irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.  We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK.