Payables Analyst

at  Holland Barrett

Join our team and be part of a company that truly lives its values. With our expertise and commitment to innovation, we aim to build trust and make health and wellness accessible to all. By fostering inclusivity and care, we work collaboratively to improve the well-being of our colleagues, customers, and communities.
We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Accounts team as Payable Analyst reporting to the Accounts Payable Team Leader, you are responsible to ensure that all invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner. Ensuring that invoices are appropriately approved before payment is made to term.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• AAT qualification desirable but not essential
• Experience in Stock invoice processing, query resolution, P/O and GRNI
• Intermediate / working knowledge of Excel
• Ability to make timely and rational decisions based on relevant information and experience
• Ability to work calmly and effectively whilst working under pressure and to deadlines
• Knowledge of three way matching processes
• Competent in financial software packages or willing to learn
• Some knowledge of VAT requirements would be beneficial

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the timely management of Accounts Payable transactions in a proactive manner to ensure supplier accounts are accurate and up to date
• React quickly to urgent supplier issues
• Checking and maintaining the accounts payable mailbox and incoming post
• Ensure invoices are sent for appropriate approval in line with the company’s authorisation manual
• Dealing with PO and non-PO invoices
• Review and reconcile Supplier statements
• Clear and resolve any processing anomalies
• Preparation of regular payment runs
• Provide support and cover for other team members within the AP department to ensure no backlogs occur
• Assisting with month end/Year end
• Supporting any process and system changes that are implemented for the improvement of the AP process and department deliverables

Our Benefits for this role include, but not limited to:

• H&B Employee Discount - 25%
• Pension company contribution
• Exclusive benefits, free advice and savings from a range of retailers and providers
• And many more