Financial Operations Specialist

4 weeks ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom National Grid Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Financial Operations Specialist to join our team at National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED). As a key member of our Accounts Payable team, you will play a vital role in delivering a professional service to our internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process and check invoice documentation, including statutory checks for VAT.
  • Communicate with business representatives and external customers to resolve enquiries and outstanding invoice and payment queries.
  • Investigate statements, queries, and obtain credit notes from suppliers for pricing errors or short deliveries.
  • Operate, administer, and understand numerous transaction processes and payment procedures for suppliers, corporate & procurement card schemes, wayleaves, non-orders, and foreign payments.
  • Payment transaction administration for Bacs & cheques.
  • Adhere to reporting, control, and reconciliation procedures.

Requirements

  • Previous experience working in a similar environment and diplomacy and communication skills to manage customer relationships.
  • Knowledge of internal procedures and systems, awareness of associated statutory requirements and compliances.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Excel.
  • Good interpersonal skills, self-confidence, and ability to work unsupervised in a team environment and prioritize tasks to ensure deadlines are achieved.
  • Ability to set and manage customer expectations and manage key stakeholders.
  • Strong results orientation.

About Us

National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) is the regional electricity distribution division of National Grid. We serve 8 million customers in the East and West Midlands, Southwest, and Wales, delivering essential power to millions of homes and businesses across our regions.

We are committed to providing a safe, stable, and reliable electricity supply and ensuring the highest quality of customer service. Our team is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone is welcomed for who they are and where our differences are celebrated.

We utilise the insights of our employees from all different cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs to better serve our customers and communities.



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