JOB DESCRIPTION

Hippo Motor Group is a dynamic and rapidly growing automotive company that specialises in providing high-quality vehicles and exceptional customer service.
We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our expanding accounts team. The ideal candidate will have an interest in accounts and the motor trade and be working towards the AAT Qualification (or equivalent).
As an Accounts Payable Assistant at Hippo Motor Group, you will play a vital role in supporting both the finance and operations departments. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of accounting tasks, as well as operational duties crucial to our business operations.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Computer skills, i.e. proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Numerically proficient, with ability to perform calculations and understand financial data.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Lunch on Hippo when passing probation.
• Departmental incentives
• Works social events.
• 2 years’ service- an additional day annual leave and £100 meal
• 5 years’ service- 2 additional days annual leave and access to private health care
• 10 years’ service- 3 additional days annual leave and a voucher
• Employee of the quarter scheme
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Time for you- the opportunity to earn up to 4 early finishes/late starts per year.
• Internal development and progression opportunities
• Hippo Legends scheme
• Senior account manager status
• Eye care vouchers
• Access to BEN the employee wellbeing support service

Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 2 months
Pay: £30,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Are you available immediately?
• What is your current notice period?

Work Location: In perso

• Invoice Processing: Receiving, verifying, and accurately recording invoices into the accounting system.
• Payment Processing: Preparing and processing payment runs, electronic transfers, checks, and other payment methods to ensure timely payment to vendors.
• Reconciliations: Performing monthly reconciliations of supplier statements, purchase ledger control account and bank statements to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Vendor Management and Query Resolution: Creating and maintaining vendor records and files, responding to vendor queries, liaison with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve any payment-related issues.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining organized and accurate records of all accounts payable transactions, including invoices, payments, and correspondence.
• Reporting: Assisting with month-end closing procedures and providing supporting documentation for audits.
• Compliance: Ensuring all accounts payable activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Ad Hoc Finance Tasks: Perform other ad hoc duties as required to support the finance team.