Accounts Payable Administrator

At Orbex we are looking for** Accounts Payable Administrator** to join our office in Forres. This is a full time and permanent role with possibility to start asap. Ideally you will have some previous accounts payable experience, but full training on using our systems and processes will be provided by the Accounts Payable Supervisor.

**Orbex**

We are a rapidly growing company with staff located between our production and test facilities in Forres, Scotland and Copenhagen, Denmark. Working on cutting edge advances in rocket fuel technology, Prime’s carbon footprint is up to 96% lower than comparable vehicles, leading to innovations in propulsion and tank structures. A state-of-the-art re-flight system means we can recover and reuse our technology, and innovations in separation mechanisms mean we leave no debris in space.

Having developed in-house production capability, we can 3D print complex engines, produce full-scale carbon composite fuel tanks, and have avionics and software testing labs in both Scotland and Denmark. Based in Forres, you will be right in the heart of this fast-paced cutting-edge company, gaining a unique insight into what it takes to build a new launch vehicle for a buoyant commercial market.

Orbex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is working towards a more diverse workforce in the aerospace industry.

**The Position**

As an Accounts Payable Administrator, your duties will include:

- Co-ordinating with Accounts Payable Supervisor to ensure all duties are completed efficiently and in line with month end deadlines
- Processing invoices in various currencies
- Matching purchase invoices to POs
- Recording staff expenses
- Checking supplier statements
- Posting all payments and reconciling several bank accounts in various currencies monthly

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Strong administration skills
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to plan and prioritise tasks throughout the day
- Willingness to learn
- Strong numerical skills with a keen eye for details

**Nice to have**:

- AAT would be a bonus but not essential
- Accounts payable experience would be good but not essential

**Personality**

Orbex is a high-paced, startup culture where you will be encouraged to take assume responsibility for tasks and see them through.

It is imperative that you take initiative, communicate openly and can collaborate with technical and non technical team members. You must be able to thrive in an international, diverse and multicultural environment.

You will display a strong work ethic and an ability to function within a dynamic team and demonstrate good attention to detail.

**Location**

This role is based in Forres at Orbex’s headquarters.

Orbex Forres is located at the foot of the Scottish Highlands, near Inverness. It's close to the spectacular coastline, wild beaches and amazing wildlife of the Moray Firth, as well as being a short distance from the world famous Loch Ness, and Aviemore ski resort.

If you enjoy adventurous outdoor pursuits in extraordinary natural environments, the coast and highlands around Forres offer an ideal location.

Mountaineering, rock climbing, abseiling, hiking, mountain biking, cycling, camping, sailing, surfing, motorbiking and skiing are all within easy reach of our main UK factory, and many members of our team participate in adventure sports in the vast, beautiful settings of Sutherland.

If you enjoy drone flying, wildlife or landscape photography, some of the most spectacular vistas in the world are directly at your doorstep.

**Security**

You must be a UK or European citizen or from a country that is a signatory to the MTCR convention. You may be required to undergo a UK BPSS check which includes a criminal record check.

**Benefits**
- Salary up to £25,000 per annum
- Share Options in the company so you will really benefit from your hard work as the company grows and is successful
- Free Independent Mortgage Advice
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Cycle to Work scheme

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