Accounts Payable Clerk - 12 month FTC

As an Accounts Payable Clerk at The Very Group, your primary responsibilities will include managing the accounts of a key sportswear brand, ensuring timely payments to suppliers, resolving invoice and payment queries, reconciling statements of account, and maintaining compliance with P2P processes. You will also liaise with various internal teams and suppliers to manage discrepancies effectively.

For the Accounts Payable Clerk role at The Very Group, candidates should have experience in P2P processes, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of Oracle Fusion's P2P processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with a proven track record in process improvement, are also essential for success in this position.

The Very Group is committed to fostering your career development. As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will receive guidance from experienced team members and have opportunities to engage in process improvement initiatives. Our inclusive environment encourages learning and growth, ensuring you feel a sense of purpose and belonging.

A typical day for an Accounts Payable Clerk at The Very Group involves reviewing and processing invoices, managing supplier accounts, reconciling discrepancies between purchase orders and deliveries, and collaborating with various departments to ensure smooth payment processes. You will also handle queries and establish connections with suppliers daily.

The recruitment process for the Accounts Payable Clerk role at The Very Group consists of a two-stage interview process, which may be conducted in person or remotely. The first stage involves a formal interview focusing on competency and technical questions. The talent acquisition team ensures clear communication throughout the process, keeping candidates informed every step of the way.

When answering this question, highlight your previous roles involving P2P processes, your familiarity with invoice processing, and any relevant software you've used. Provide specific examples of how you resolved payment discrepancies or improved processes in your past positions.

To answer this, discuss your methods for verifying invoices against purchase orders and receipts. Mention any checklists or software tools you use to minimize errors and illustrate your attention to detail.

When discussing process improvement, provide a specific example that demonstrates your initiative. Explain the problem, the steps you took to address it, and the positive impact your solution had on the team or organization.

In your response, emphasize your approach to communication and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. Describe the steps you take to investigate discrepancies and ensure timely resolutions.

Effective communication is crucial in accounts payable to maintain strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues. Discuss how clear communication helps in resolving queries, managing payments, and ensuring that everyone is on the same page regarding financial transactions.

Mention any relevant software tools you've used, such as Oracle Fusion, Excel, or any accounting software. Explain how your proficiency in these tools contributes to your effectiveness in the accounts payable function, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.

When addressing this question, touch on your experience dealing with foreign currencies, including any specific challenges you faced. Explain how you effectively managed billing, payments, and communications with foreign suppliers.

In your response, emphasize your organizational skills and ability to multitask. Share your strategies for prioritizing tasks, such as creating to-do lists, setting deadlines, and staying focused on high-impact activities.

Talk about important metrics such as invoice processing time, payment accuracy, and cost savings from process improvements. Explain how tracking these metrics can help enhance efficiency and contribute to the overall financial health of the company.

In your response, convey your excitement about the role and The Very Group's mission. Discuss how your skills align with the job requirements and your eagerness to contribute to the financial aspects that support families in achieving more in their lives.