DESCRIPTION

Discover OTG :Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) is a leading provider of maritime software solutions. Our foundation is rooted in historic and iconic maritime brands with over 100 years of collective experience, including Seagull, Videotel, Marlins, MTS, Tero Marine, and COMPAS. These brands were founded on the principle of delivering advanced performance through superior technology. At OTG, we’re more than a company; we’re a collective of maritime enthusiasts, tech innovators, and visionaries. With a century-long legacy, we have been guiding the industry toward safety and operational excellence. From fleet management to unparalleled learning resources, OTG is shaping the future of maritime solutions and forming strategic alliances with global organizations.
Our Mission: Our mission is clear; to provide comprehensive software and training solutions to diverse organizations in the global maritime sector. Recognizing the maritime industry’s global significance, our goal is to empower its professionals by equipping them with the skills and tools to maximize their potential, optimize ship performance, and ensure the safe and efficient operation of marine assets. To date, we have built a strong network, serving over 1,400 clients, reaching 20,000 vessels, and positively impacting the lives of more than 1,000,000 seafarers. Join us on our journey to make a significant difference in the maritime industry.
Our portfolio includes Learning & Assessment, Fleet Management, and Crew Management, uniting seven iconic maritime brands with over a century of collective experience.

Why Join OTG’s Crew?

• Legacy & Innovation: A century of maritime prowess meets cutting-edge solutions.
• Global Impact: Serving 1,400+ clients, 20,000 vessels, and over a million seafarers.
• Inclusive Culture: United by passion, Join an impact-driven crew and bask in our inclusive cultural tide.
• Backed & Bold: Powered by Private Equity, we’re charting a thrilling course to reshape the industry.
• Growth Aboard: Sail into opportunities with our culture of continuous learning and internal progression.

• Tech meets Maritime: Dive into a vibrant atmosphere where passion for Maritime and technology merges seamlessly”

  Navigating the position: Accounts Payable Specialist
  We are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist.
  This role will suit a candidate who is looking for a challenging and varied role, at the heart of a dynamic group that is going through significant growth and change. This role will be based in central London on a hybrid approach.

Principal accountabilities

• To manage supplier ledgers – maintaining the sub ledger accounts, managing the authorisation of invoices, assuring prompt settlement of supplier invoices, allocating payments, and resolving queries both internal and external.
• To manage and develop the Group Accounts Payable team and policies and maintain consistent, accurate and good quality processes

Role duties

• Ensure processing of payments as and when needed, establishing a dependable relationship with both internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Regularly review and recommend process improvements to continuously strive for excellence in the accounts payable process and service to suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Consolidate and integrate existing group AP activities where feasible and as required in order to establish high quality, efficient processes.
• Maintain and develop procedures and policies that promote timely payments for suppliers while maintaining a high level of supplier satisfaction.
• Prepare regular, periodic, and ad-hoc reporting as and when required and determined by the policies governing the accounts payable process.
• Prepare and maintain weekly cash flow forecasting for supplier payments – by supplier for 8 weeks ahead, record and compare to prior week and provide details of major movements.
• Manage the accounts payable sub-ledgers to ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Manage the AP email inboxes and workflows - responding promptly to queries.
• Resolve any queries relating to invoices, credit notes and payments in a timely and professional manner.
• In addition to the duties listed, the position holder is required to perform other duties as may arise in connection with the successful operation of the Compan