Embl
Finance
AccountsAssistant
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“Accounts Assistant at Embl. Skills: Accounts payable, Bank reconciliations, Credit control. Process non-purchase order invoices. Perform bank account reconciliations”
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
basic bookkeeping qualification, Fluent English skills, Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word
Nice to Have
Experience using SAP, Experience using Workday
What You'll Do.
Process non-purchase order invoices
Perform bank account reconciliations
Perform credit control activities
Process staff expenses
Process reimbursement requests
Administer timesheets
Perform supplier vendor checks
Process insurance claims
Process cost centre transfers
Handle grant audit requests
Monitor finance mailbox
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal stakeholders; External stakeholders
Full Job Description
Your role We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a busy and collaborative Finance team supporting a world-leading scientific research environment. Based in Hinxton, the Finance team provides local financial support and processing services for [EMBL-EBI,](http://ebi.ac.uk) while working closely with colleagues at EMBL headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in finance, whether you already have accounts payable experience or are seeking an entry-level role with full training provided. Reporting directly to the Finance Supervisor, you will work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and play a key role in supporting day-to-day finance operations. Your key responsibilities will include: * Processing of non-purchase order invoices involving the use of File-Maker and SAP * Bank Account Reconciliations * Credit control activates * Processing Staff Expenses and reimbursement requests * Time sheet control and administration * Supplier Vendor Checks * Insurance Claims * Cost Centre Transfers * Grant Audit Requests * Monitoring the busy finance mailbox You have * Qualification in basic bookkeeping or equivalent * Previous accounts payable experience (for Grade 3 appointments) * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel * Credit control experience * Strong problem-solving skills * Excellent attention to detail * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Fluent English skills * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team You may also have * Experience using SAP and/or Workday Contract length: 3 years, renewable to a maximum of 9 years Salary: Grade 2, Monthly salary from £2,632.25 after tax, excluding personal pension and insurance contributions. Plus generous benefits. Why join us **Do something meaningful** At [EMBL-EBI](http://www.ebi.ac.uk/) you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of human
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