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Assistant Finance & Purchasing Business Partner

Posted 12 days 16 hours ago by Women's Engineering Society

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Scotland, United Kingdom
Job Description
Assistant Finance & Purchasing Business Partner

Permanent

Posted: 2 days ago

Description:

Assistant Finance & Purchasing Business Partner

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:30)

Reporting to: Group Financial Controller

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Assistant Finance & Purchasing Business Partner to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounts payable and supplier management, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about process improvement, compliance, and financial accuracy.


You will play a key role in partnering with the finance function, coordinating supplier relationships, and ensuring smooth procurement and payment processes. This is a hands-on role with exposure to a wide range of finance operations and supplier governance activities.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Oversight

  • Process supplier invoices and manage the AP payment cycle (invoice selection, bank payment setup).
  • Perform credit card and staff expense reconciliations.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders to support effective procurement process
  • Handle GRIR reviews and accruals.
  • Maintain the supplier master data and resolve supplier queries.
  • Support month-end closing activities including AP ledger reviews and reconciliations.
  • Coordinate supplier onboarding and ensure compliance with ABC and other relevant policies.
  • Conduct periodic supplier reviews and maintain documentation for audits.
  • Assist in procurement processes to ensure best value and quality.
  • Liaise with suppliers to manage relationships and resolve issues.

Cash & Banking

  • Process cash and bank transactions.
  • Perform bank reconciliations and support intercompany payments and reconciliations.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Previous experience in a finance or procurement support role.
  • Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and supplier management.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency in Excel and financial systems (e.g., ERP or accounting software).
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
  • A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and compliance.

What We Offer

  • A collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Exposure to group-level finance operations and supplier governance.
  • Competitive Remuneration and Benefits package
Hours: Full Time
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