Accounts Payable Assistant Job at Fred Perry Ltd (London)

Accounts Payable Assistant

Fred Perry Ltd

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Triple Wimbledon champion Fred Perry founded his brand in 1952. He was the son of a cotton spinner, who played and fought his way through, always with style – and despite the establishment. Today, Fred Perry is a global community of over 370 employees, all inspired by the Laurel Wreath and what it represents. Please note, this role is offered on an FTC basis as a maternity cover.

Job Responsibility:

Proactively deal with large volume of invoices and / or suppliers’ correspondences with accuracy and speed
To become the focal point of contact on selected suppliers’ group and ensuring services are not suspended as a result of overlooked invoices
Maintain good and regular communication with the Shipping and Product departments for the quick processing of stock invoices (GRNs)
Processing supplier invoices and credit notes using FPLi
Invoice matching to the FPLI for all stocks receipted (GRNs)
Nominal coding, matching and batching of invoices from different currencies to the FPLi
Ensure all foreign VAT figures are posted correctly and providing backup to the Accounts Assistant to reclaim
Updating trackers with invoices for managers approval weekly
Processing weekly payment runs / creating payment lists and running payments through BACS or payment transfers as required
Filing of invoices and statements in a timely manner
Establishing a clear line of communication with Accounts Payable Manager regarding supplier accounts, reviews and follow up on course of action arising from the communication
Supplier statement reconciliations
Regular supplier liaison via email and telephone resolving queries
Ensuring all invoices are processed by month end deadlines
Chasing invoices If not received for the prior month
Liaising with the Supply Chain department (GRNs or price issues) to ensure cash paid in advance is allocated on a timely basis when stock receipted on system
Dealing with queries such as supplier invoices, statements, credits / rebates, unit stock prices and shortages
Requesting credit notes and raising internal debit notes
Setting up new supplier accounts and maintain existing accounts details within the purchase ledger
Ad hoc duties as required

Requirements:

Previous experience working within Accounts Payable essential
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Reliable, self-disciplined, speed and accuracy essential
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to build up relationships internally and externally
Team player
Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines
Good aptitude for IT – V Look Ups and Pivot Tables would be an advantage
Experience working in a multicurrency environment would be helpful but not essential
Experience in analysing information would be helpful

Nice to have:

V Look Ups and Pivot Tables would be an advantage
Experience working in a multicurrency environment would be helpful but not essential
Experience in analysing information would be helpful

What we offer:

Competitive salary
Generous staff discount and regular sample sales
Generous pension scheme with 8.5% company contribution
Option to buy an extra 5 days holiday annually
Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
Life insurance
Private healthcare
Cycle to work scheme
Early finish Fridays
Season ticket loan
Additional benefits with long service
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Annual Birthday vouchers
EAP
Social Events

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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