Group Accounts Payable Assistant

Job Introduction

The Selfridges Group is comprised of Brown Thomas in Ireland, Holt Renfrew in Canada, Selfridges in the UK, de Bijenkorf in the Netherlands and Arnotts in Ireland, all of which are successful department stores in their own right. Although part of an overarching group structure, the business has purposefully sought to maintain the individuality of each brand and as such they all have a distinct positioning, in keeping with their local market and the customers that they serve.

The Selfridges Group Support Functions is a team of around 40 people whose purpose is to support the businesses in thought leadership, cross-group project management, reporting and governance. Our culture is a dynamic and fast-paced one, and those with a pro-active mindset, strong communication skills and an international perspective will find Selfridges Group an exciting, challenging and fulfilling organisation in which to work.

Beyond the innovative retail environments they are famous for, Selfridges Group have also applied their expertise to an exciting Investment Portfolio. The Selfridges Group is looking to fill the position of Group Accounts Payable to join the Group Finance team.

A bit about the role

• Owning the Group Accounts Payable process for Head Office.
• Entering and uploading invoices into the system, ensuring costs are accounted for correctly to the appropriate cost center.
• Working collaboratively with others in the Group team and challenging any unusual costs requested for processing.
• Being confident in managing suppliers and remaining professional when dealing with issues as and when they arise.
• Managing invoices to ensure that suppliers are paid on time and regularly reviewing the aged creditors listing.
• Creation of Purchase Orders on a timely basis ensuring appropriate authorisation is received
• Maintaining the appropriate level of supporting documentation and reconciliations.
• Raising recharge invoices to other Operating Companies within the Group and regularly reviewing the aged debtors listing.
• Flexibly supporting ad hoc work as required.

A bit about you

Experience:

• General accounting experience.
• Knowledge of relevant accounting software.
• Proficient in data entry and management.

Key Skills:

• Strong Organisation Skills
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Hardworking and responsible
• Planning and problem solving skills
• Stakeholder management
• Team Player

Would be willing to support the right candidate with their finance qualifications if desired e.g. CIMA.