P2P Analyst

Rhenus Logistics
Rhenus Logistics
Manchester, United KingdomOn-siteCompetitiveAdded 5 days ago

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What You Can Expect:

We are recruiting for a P2P Analyst.

The P2P Analyst will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the accounts P2P function. This position involves; reconciling high volume challenging supplier accounts in an efficient, timely and accurate manner; managing Direct Debit arrangements; and handling complex vendor account anomalies/queries to ensure on time vendor payments.

Acting as a key member of the team, the P2P Analyst will ensure; full compliance is maintained in all of their ledgers; will continually improve processes to maximise accuracy and efficiency ultimately driving on time payment of vendors; will support development of accurate vendor accruals processes in conjunction with the Senior P2P Analyst; and will support more junior team members.

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Main Duties

  • Consistently perform accurate, timely and complete reconciliations of supplier accounts to ensure full compliance, resolving any discrepancies promptly in conjunction with internal and external parties

  • Control their assigned ledgers, minimising reconciliation anomalies and ageing item, driving for on time payments and supporting cost accrual processes

  • Act as the primary point of contact for supplier queries, providing timely resolution and exceptional customer service

  • Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely resolution and positive engagement.

  • Investigate and resolve disputes regarding invoices, payments, and credit notes.

  • Investigate and clear aged items on the payables subledger

  • Liaise with internal departments to resolve invoice, terms and payment issues

  • Set up, monitor, maintain and control Direct Debit arrangements with suppliers

  • Assist the Senior P2P Analyst in identifying process inefficiencies and delivering improvements.

  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

  • Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to P2P.

  • Provide guidance and support to junior P2P team members.

  • Act as a deputy to the Senior P2P Analyst when required, including handling escalations and workflow prioritisation.

What You Bring:

Key Competencies and Skills:

  • Strong understanding of P2P processes and best practice, especially utilising tools to ensure efficient and timely supplier reconciliations and query resolution

  • Expertise in SAP (P2P areas) and MS Excel (intermediate/advanced level of competency preferred)

  • Finance/Analytical background

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, with minimal supervision.

  • Process improvement mindset

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

Education and Experience:

  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Finance reconciliation role or similar

  • Analytical background with a strong focus on process improvement and evidence of completing value add projects

  • Previous exposure to high-volume transactional and query resolution KPI driven environments

  • Knowledge of VAT and other relevant compliance requirements

  • Experience managing Direct Debits and handling complex supplier queries

  • Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Key Attributes

  • Analytical focus

  • Proactive and self-motivated

  • Team player with drive to continuing to develop their skills

  • Strong self-managed organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively

  • Ability to deliver to strict deadlines

  • Customer service focused

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