Accounts Payable Associate - Spanish

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Accounts Payable Associate to join our team, specialising in Finance for our CBSE Accounts Payable Team in Darlington, United Kingdom .

This role requires fluency in Spanish, both written and verbal.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Efficient Data Management: Complete data entry in the CBSE Accounts Payable systems to ensure all financial records are accurate and up to date, which is crucial for the finance department's smooth operation.
• Accurate Financial Matching: Complete manual matching for direct and indirect purchases in financial systems to maintain data integrity and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded.
• Resolving Queries: Escalate matching queries to plant personnel for a resolution to facilitate quick problem-solving and address discrepancies promptly.
• Clearing Aged Invoice Queries: Investigate and clear aged invoice queries on the AP Query Database and Intercompany dispute database to maintain a clean accounts payable ledger and reduce financial discrepancies.
• Customer Interaction: Deal with internal and external customer queries related to supplier invoices and payments to enhance communication and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Supplier Reconciliations: Complete supplier statement reconciliations to ensure all supplier accounts are accurate and up to date, preventing payment issues and fostering good supplier relationships.
• Maintaining Compliance: Ensure Sox documentation is followed, and all work instructions are maintained according to current processes and controls to help the organisation stay compliant with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Supporting Continuous Improvement: Support projects, testing, and improvements, and participate in accounts payable improvement initiatives to contribute to ongoing process and system enhancements, driving efficiency and effectiveness in the finance department.

• Flexibility and Teamwork: Adaptable and collaborative, open to changes, and contributing positively to team dynamics.
• Technical and Analytical Skills: Proficient in Excel and email, familiar with Oracle systems, strong numerical skills, and understanding of business processes. Effective time management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
• Communication and Integrity: Strong oral and written communication, integrity, flexibility, adaptability, and ability to lead through vision and values.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance aligned with organisational goals. Use business knowledge to support decision-making and guide positive results.

• Fluent in Spanish, both written and spoken is required.
• Experience in general accounts payable is essential.
• Qualifications in English and Math at GCSE level or equivalent are desirable.
• Experience in administration is advantageous.