Accounts Payable Transformation Analyst

Nextenergy Group

The Role

Overview

Finance analyst leading AP transformation and efficiency projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • invoice management
  • supplier master
  • payment scheduling
  • yooz updates
  • report creation
  • process documentation

Tasks

-Collaborating with other internal teams/stakeholders where required. -Management of invoices/suppliers with non-standard 30-day payment terms -Regular communications with stakeholders on the project status -Creating new reports to meet the internal policies and minimum controls to mitigate any new risks arising from the simplification of the approval matrix process -Working with Commercial and Technical Teams to agree an updated invoicing and payment terms with the suppliers -Leadership: Leading the project sub-tasks and ensuring project milestones are met, to ensure that the overall departmental goals and objectives are met -Documentation of controls and procedures for Standing Order and Direct Debit payments. -Internal and external supplier notification on changes to the payment run intervals -Management of invoice due dates, and escalation of late invoices pending approval -Documentation of controls and procedures for maintenance of supplier master data -Periodic update of supplier master data. -Updating Yooz to reflect the change in the approval matrix. -Setting up payment schedules and standing order or direct debit instructions for approved changes -Reviewing and updating the current processes and controls that will be impacted by the change, not limited to: -Reviewing the current list of suppliers under management, and identifying suitable suppliers to transition to Standing Orders or Direct Debit

Requirements

  • accounts payable
  • process improvement
  • project management
  • yooz
  • problem solving
  • 3+ years

What You Bring

-Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and best practices -A passion for process improvement and operational efficiency (essential) -Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders -Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Proactively identify issues and viable solutions identified during the roll-out of the projects -Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills -Superb project management skills, robust, resilient, and articulate (essential) -3+ years’ experience within finance and accounts payable function (essential) -Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines -Proficiency in using Yooz or similar accounting applications. -Fluent, advanced business level English (essential) -The right to work in the UK.

Benefits

-Annual discretionary bonus. -Cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing schemes -A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn -Private pension -BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents -30 days’ holiday per year (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December) -Hybrid working – we will need you in the central London (Mayfair) office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week

The Company

About Nextenergy Group

-Founded to accelerate the transition to renewable energy, this company has become a recognized leader in solar energy investments. -The company focuses on identifying, acquiring, and managing assets in the renewable energy sector, with a strong emphasis on solar energy projects. -Their expertise spans from energy production to asset management, providing solutions that drive the global shift towards clean energy. -Typical projects involve the development and management of solar power plants and large-scale renewable energy infrastructure. -Their portfolio includes a diverse range of renewable energy assets, contributing to global sustainability efforts. -Their innovative approach sets them apart in the industry, offering tailored solutions that maximize value and environmental impact.

Sector Specialisms

Solar

Energy Storage

Renewable Energy

Investment Management

Asset Management

Project Development

Sustainable Innovation

Environmental Sustainability

Green Hydrogen

Wind (Onshore and Offshore)

Infrastructure

Commercial Solar

Utility-scale Solar

Residential Solar

Energy Sector

Clean Energy

Carbon Emissions Reduction