Job Description
Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience?
With a presence in the United Kingdom dating back 90 years, Safran is the partner of choice for customers in the aerospace and defense markets. Safran provides solutions for top-tier customers in the United Kingdom and worldwide, including government agencies and leading prime contractors.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our shared service centre which is responsible for all the UK sites within Safran; including transactional finance, HR (Graduate Programme and central HRIS Administrator), L&D coordination through Safran University, Indirect Purchasing, Tax and more.
We seek someone who enjoys networking across several sites and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. The role involves leading a team of up to 2 members in processing and paying all invoices, and managing all AP operational issues related to your business unit. The position offers a hybrid working model: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote, after a period of onboarding.
Job Requirements
Qualifications/Skills & Experience:
* Experience in similar Accounts Payable roles.
* Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
* Experience with ERP systems.
* Strong administrative, numerical, planning, and organizational skills.
* Good understanding of the ‘purchase to pay' process.
* Knowledge of general accounting procedures.
* Accurate data entry and management skills.
* Significant accounts payable or general accounting experience.
* Analytical skills in written, graphic, numerical & statistical data.
We welcome candidates who may not meet every qualification but believe they can add value to the role.
Additional Responsibilities
* Support operational teams on economic issues.
* Assist in calculating margins, provisions, etc., for each accounting period.
* Provide information for operational accounting.
* Manage and develop the Accounts Assistants, supporting their professional growth.
* Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing, with proper authorization for non-purchase order invoices.
* Build relationships with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries.
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
* Ensure weekly payment runs are accurate and timely.
* Promote a professional and open team culture, fostering teamwork and continuous development.
* Identify process improvements and create action plans.
* Act as the face of Accounts Payable for the Business Unit.
* Ensure compliance with legal, audit, and internal control standards.
Company Information
Safran is a global high-technology group in aerospace, defense, and space, committed to a safer, sustainable world. Recognized as one of TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024," Safran employs 100,000 people and generated sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, holding leading positions in its markets.
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