The role involves providing financial, administrative and clerical support to the organisation. The role is to complete payments, plus processing, verifying and reconciling invoices

Processing purchase invoices onto ERP system, ensuring accuracy in matching and posting.
Ensure that non-purchase order invoices obtain the necessary level of authorisation.
Build excellent relationships with Suppliers and internal departments to resolve any queries on a timely basis.
Reconciling supplier's statements to AP Ledger and GRNI, (goods received not invoiced).
Investigate & resolve discrepancies on supplier accounts, requesting copy invoices/credit notes where necessary
Scanning of documentation as and when required.
Follow procedures, accurately and paying attention to detail.
Weekly Payment runs, all currencies must be accurate and on time
Support other Team members and the Team Leader with workload, completing month end duties, reporting requirements and cross ledger working.
Ensure compliance with Group accounting procedures and internal audit requirements
Attend meetings at other locations as required
Undertake any other duties as reasonably required within your competency.
Adhere to all Group policies and procedures.
Undertake any training and development activities at the request of your line manager.
Take care of your own safety and the safety of others at all times by complying with the Health & Safety Policy at all times.
Represent the company in a professional manner at all times.
Perform job responsibilities to the level identified in Internal Control procedures, policies and standards. Maintain an understanding of internal control standards.
Follow strict procedures when dealing with master data and bank details updates to protect the company against fraud.
Propose improvements of tools and processes within the group.

Demonstrate experience of working within similar Accounts Payable roles.
Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Previous experience of working with ERP systems to process invoices.
Able to work with, influence and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
Proficient administration, numerical, planning and organizational skills.
A comprehensive understanding of the 'purchase to pay' process.
Must have experience of processing high volumes of invoices
Ability to work on own initiative
Knowledge of general accounting procedures
Proficient and accurate in data entry and management
Accounts payable or general accounting experience
Robust problem solving skills.
Previous experience of working with SAP to process invoices.
Previous experience within a dynamic, responsive, fast paced team.
Experience of working within a Shared Service Centre environment.
Analytical skills covering written, graphic, numerical & statistical information.
Demonstrate innovative thinking to improve the processes with AP
Previous project work experience

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

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