Verallia UK
Accounts Payable Clerk
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About the Company
Verallia UK is one of Europe’s most prominent manufacturers of premium glass containers, providing exceptional quality glass packaging for some of the world’s most prestigious spirit brands for over one hundred years. Glass is infinitely recyclable making it an important packaging material of today and more importantly of the future, as such, the glass industry is an exciting and sustainable business to work in and be part of.
About the Role
We are currently seeking to recruit a highly motivated and proactive individual to join our Finance Department as an Accounts Payable Clerk at our Castleford site, reporting to the Head of Financial Accounting.
The role is responsible for maintaining the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payments and account reconciliations. You will support the smooth operation of the Finance function by ensuring supplier transactions are recorded correctly, payments are made in accordance with agreed terms and appropriate financial controls are maintained.
Responsibilities
- Receive, review and process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and promptly.
- Ensure the correct VAT codes are selected.
- Match invoices against purchase orders and goods received notes.
- Ensure purchase orders have been raised for all relevant invoices.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments.
- Code employee expenses to the correct trial balance code, department and site.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding items.
- Respond to supplier enquiries professionally and promptly.
- Develop positive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor aged creditor balances and investigate overdue accounts.
- Assist with month-end close activities.
- Support internal and external audits by providing relevant documentation and explanations.
- Review supplier payments and ensure payment runs include any overdue items.
- Ensure compliance with Company policies, tax regulations and internal controls.
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Required Skills
- Previous experience within an accounts payable, purchase ledger or similar Finance role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Professional and accountable approach to work.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Results-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience using business applications and ERP systems such as SAP.
- Previous Accounts Payable experience.
- Experience of supplier statement reconciliations, invoice processing and payment runs would be advantageous.
Pay Range and Compensation Package
- Opportunity to develop new skills and build a career within a successful multi-million-pound organisation.
- Job stability within a growing sustainable industry.
- Fantastic career progression opportunities for the right individual.
- Other benefits associated with a large successful Company such as pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.
- The site benefits from easy motorway access and provides free onsite parking.
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This is an exciting time to join a successful team, make an impact and be a proud part of the future journey of the organisation. Therefore, if you are looking to broaden your skillset and take on a new challenge where you can make a difference, then this could be the next step for you and your career.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Verallia UK is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the interview process, please let us know in advance. This may relate to a disability, health condition, neurodivergence, or any other individual requirement. We will be happy to discuss your requirements and make appropriate arrangements to ensure you can fully participate in the interview. All information shared will be treated confidentially.
How to Apply
PLEASE NOTE, WE ARE CURRENTLY DO NOT RECEIVE EMAILS FROM iCLOUD. ACCOUNTS PLEASE USE AN ALTERNATIVE METHOD. Anyone wishing to apply for the above position should do so via the link below submitting an up-to-date CV and covering letter, stating why you would like to apply for this position and outlining any relevant skills. Alternatively, apply in writing to Jessica Norris, HR Officer, at Verallia UK, California Drive, Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF10 5QH.
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