Accounts Payable Assistant

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you "Dare to Grow" with us?

YOUR ROLE

Our Accounts Payable Team based in Ashby de la Zouch have an exciting opportunity for a meticulous and knowledgeable Accounts Payable Specialist where you will contribute to managing critical supplier accounts, ensuring accounts are paid on time to meet client and company expectations. You will engage with a wide range of operational colleagues where you will support in query management and train key users with an aim to reduce unmatched invoices and increase automatic matching rates.

This role will see working Monday to Friday, working a 40-hour week, with flexibility on start times between 8am and 9am.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting into the Accounts Payable Team Leader you will be responsible for:

• The efficient and accurate running AP payments, verifying that supplier accounts are running seamlessly without error
• Provide training to operational teams on AP processes, ensuring compliance in line with company policy
• Reconcile critical supplier statements and investigate outstanding invoices advising on corrective actions
• Clear debit balances ensuring correct allocations have been completed.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal colleagues to resolve queries promptly and professionally
• Review the AP ledger to ensure details are accurate for payment runs.
• Assist with internal and external audits, preparing and providing required documentation and reports
• Monitor, review, and enhance AP processes to identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency
• Audit and process staff expense claims, ensuring compliance with the Company's travel and expense policies
• Act as a point of contact for supplier and internal stakeholder queries, providing excellent service and support

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

To be successful in your application you will have significant accounts payable experience, ideally working within a large multi-currency organisation. You will have strong working knowledge of accounts payable procedures and processes, experienced in using an array of financial systems. You will have a curious mindset with natural problem-solving skills where you will enjoy investigating issues and resolving queries.

It goes without saying that you will be a natural communicator and strong team player, capable of building effective working relationships and able to work autonomously to meet individual and team objectives. You will be IT literate confident in using MS Packages such as Excel.

It would be desirable, however not essential if you have experience of using JDE or Medius. If you have experience of engaging with outsourced teams that would also be beneficial.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There's no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates  in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for  every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.

Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland.