Vacancies

Accounts Payable

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Accounting and Reporting is the department responsible for the monthly financial statements, accounting operations, accounts payable, Nostro reconciliations and the internal recharges, amongst other things.

The key stakeholders for the UKE team are UK Management, the UK Board, UK Audit Committee, Districts, Branches, Chief Branch Officer, Group Finance, Suppliers, external and internal auditors.

In addition to the above, there is expectation on the Accounts Payable role to be adaptable when it comes to taking on other financial control and accounting tasks – in close dialogue with the UKE Department Heads and the Accounts Payable Team Leader.

Whilst the role reports to the Head of Accounting and Reporting, the day to day activities are managed by the Accounts Payable Team Leader.

The role is based in London with potential to flexible working arrangements, to be discussed based on individual circumstances.

Main Responsibilities

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The main responsibility for the accounts payable team is to manage the invoice ledgers and process business expenses for the Districts, Branches and UK Functions, but there is also be an expectation on the role to work together with other finance departments in order to expand the role and continue to develop by taking on certain accounting or financial control tasks.

The tasks for the job holder include but are not limited to:

accounts payable;
business expenses;
direct debits;
standing orders;
reconciliations;
standardised accounting tasks;
standardised financial control tasks.

The post holder will operate in line with the Bank's Risk Management framework (including sub-frameworks) and relevant risk and compliance policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate and timely escalation of any concerns to their line manager.

Ideal Candidate

Good working knowledge of Excel;
Team player with a good ability to work independently when required;
High degree of accuracy;
Possess effective communication and interpersonal skills;
Previous experience using the following systems is an advantage but not essential:
ELFU/Palette for handling invoices
IBIS for payments and other tasks
Experience working in an Accounts Payable or an Accounting department is an advantage, but not necessary;
Partly or fully AAT qualified is an advantage, but not necessary.

Company Information

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.

The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

Check our Handelsbanken website for further information

At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.

What is in it for you?

We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)

Application next steps

Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, we will extend an invitation for you to participate in an interview.

How can we support you to be your best self? Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process – just let us know by email uk_talent@careers.handelsbanken.co.uk.

This advert will be live for a minimum of two weeks. However, please note that after the two weeks, the closing date could change at any time depending on the number of responses received.

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