Big Bus Tours
Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist(1 Year Contract)
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About Us
We’re Big Bus Tours, the world’s largest independent operator of open-top sightseeing tours.
We inspire the spirit of adventure across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific with a vision to be the number one thing to do in every world-famous city. Our hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours offer a flexible approach to city discovery with a first-class customer experience. A Big Bus Tour turns tourists into explorers and leaves every passenger with a story to tell.
Having started our journey in 1991 with only three buses, today we have a global fleet of over 400, carrying more than 5 million passengers every year. And we’re not slowing down, we continue to grow within our existing cities and through expansion into new locations across the world.
Our Central Support Office, located in Victoria, London, is a driving force behind our business. With a team of specialists, they provide tailored support to our cities worldwide. If you want to get onboard check out the vacancy below.
Vacancy: Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist
- Hours: 37.5 per week
- Salary: £33,000 to 35,000 per year
- Location: Victoria, London
Overall Purpose
We require an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the European Finance team as an Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivables Specialist. Taking full ownership of the P2P and O2C elements for our Berlin, Vienna & Dublin entities.
The Accounts Payable (P2P) element is to ensure all invoices received are appropriately processed, recorded, authorized, and raised for payment in a timely manner.
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The Accounts Receivable (O2C) element ensures all debtor invoices are issued correctly, accounts maintained, queries resolved, and balances paid before becoming overdue.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable (AP):
- Review and verify incoming invoices for accuracy and completeness, ensuring proper coding and timely entry into the accounting system.
- Prepare and process vendor payments, maintain vendor records including contact information and payment terms, and reconcile vendor statements while resolving any discrepancies.
- Collaborate with internal departments to handle invoice-related inquiries and assist in month-end activities, including accruals and expense analysis.
- Support the Accounts Payable Supervisor with ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required.
Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Assist in preparing and distributing customer invoices, ensuring they are accurate and complete.
- Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payment collections, and follow up on overdue accounts via phone, email, and written communication.
- Address any customer billing discrepancies, maintain accurate customer records, prepare and analyze aging reports, offering recommendations to improve collections efforts.
- Assist with revenue recognition and reporting during the month-end closing activities.
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Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience in an accounts payable and receivable environment, with a strong understanding of P2P and O2C processes.
- Knowledge of the travel and tourism industry is preferred but not essential.
- Experience using SAP ByD or similar accounting systems is beneficial.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
- Excellent communication skills and strong time management.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks while paying strict attention to detail.
Benefits
We are proud to offer all our colleagues a competitive benefits package, which includes:
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme
- BUPA Cash Plan
- Aviva DigiCare+ (Remote GP & 2 Medical Opinion)
- Death in Service
- Cycle to Work
- Complimentary Big Bus Tickets
- Merlin Attractions Discounts
- 5% Employer Pension Contribution
- Sick Pay Scheme
- Season Ticket Loans
- Employee Referral Scheme
Next Steps
To apply for this role please click ‘Apply’, there is no lengthy application form and cover letters are optional. Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager(s). Due to the volume of applicants our vacancies regularly receive, please allow 2 weeks from the closing date to hear back regarding your application although our team will endeavour to contact every applicant as soon as practicable.
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