Spirax-Sarco Ltd.
Accounts Payable Assistant
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Accounts Payable Assistant
Accounts Payable Assistant
Location: Dunsbury Park, Havant Location Type: Office Based Career page Group overview
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of the Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multinational industrial engineering group. We specialise in steam control, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping, and associated fluid technologies.
By joining us, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, engaging in meaningful work with opportunities for continuous growth and development.
About the Role
Ensure the smooth operation of the Accounts Payable function, focusing on month-end closing and payment processing to guarantee timely and accurate supplier payments. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and uphold rigorous financial governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Invoice Processing: Accurately process supplier purchase invoices, adhering to internal approval and matching rules. Work closely with all departments to ensure timely invoicing for on-time supplier payments.
- Reconciliation & Supplier Liaison: Reconcile supplier statements and communicate clearly with suppliers regarding any discrepancies.
- Goods Received Monitoring: Track submitted goods receipts and investigate necessary queries.
- Query Resolution: Investigate and resolve invoice-related queries, escalating where required.
- Payment Administration: Schedule supplier payments in collaboration with the Accounts Payable Supervisor, process supplier payments, monitor bank accounts, payroll payments, and Direct Debit payments.
- Expense Management: Process employee expenses according to current policies, ensuring proper approval procedures.
- End-of-Month Tasks: Assist with month-end reconciliation and accruals workload.
- Internal Liaison: Resolve Purchase Order and invoice-related queries across departments.
- SOPs & Compliance: Monitor local standard operating procedures to ensure adherence to governance controls.
- Team Support: Assist wider Finance team with ad-hoc tasks as needed.
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Skills & Experience
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in Accounts Payable environments
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Clear understanding of governance and compliance
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and standards
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
- Proven knowledge of ERP workflows, invoice processing, and payment systems
Preferred (excluding essentials):
- Qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA (advantageous, but not essential)
- Excellent computer and typing proficiency
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Benefits
Watson-Marlow values our colleagues and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous holiday allowance
- Three paid volunteering days
- Access to our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan
- Gender-neutral parental leave
- 15 days extra caregiver leave
- Support for menopause-friendly workplace policies
- Flexibility and time off for pregnancy loss or domestic abuse
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusivity and accessibility. The Spirax Group celebrates diversity across all backgrounds, ensuring everyone can thrive.
Company Overview
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, a leader in peristaltic pumping and fluid technology, delivers innovative solutions that support critical industries, from Food & Beverage and Pharmaceutical to Healthcare and Semiconductors. Our mission is to create sustainable value for all stakeholders.
Backed by an inclusive culture and shared purpose, we empower everyone to make an impact. Join a workplace that prioritises equity, growth, and teamwork.
"We are more than just engineering – we are engineering a better world."
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