Accounts Payable Assistant

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Eckington, North East Derbyshire, Derbyshire, England, GBR
Hybrid
Entry level
Energy • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Processes supplier invoices and credit notes, applies VAT treatment and ledger coding, performs three-way matching and supplier statement reconciliations, resolves invoice queries, clears OCR exceptions, and supports process improvements. The role maintains accurate accounts payable records, meets SLAs and KPIs, and builds effective relationships across multiple business units.
Summary Generated by Built In
Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.
Job Purpose:
To support the efficient and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments, ensuring accounts payable records are maintained correctly, queries are resolved promptly, and financial controls and deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and credit notes, including correct VAT treatment, ledger coding and three-way matching.
  • Ensure invoice processing exceptions are cleared via OCR in line with agreed SLAs and KPIs across multiple business units.
  • Resolution of invoice and supplier queries accurately and within SLA timeframes
  • Perform supplier statement reconciliations in line with agreed SLAs and KPIs across multiple business units.
  • Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships
  • Support and assist with process improvements and change initiatives
  • Consistently meet KPIs and SLAs
  • Undertake ad-hoc duties as required

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
  • Demonstrate a high level of written and numerical literacy with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to plan and organise workload, work independently and as part of a team, and use own initiative
  • Experience working in a fast-paced and challenging environment
  • Excel desirable but not essential.
  • Experience within an Accounts Payable team, with an understanding of the end-to-end AP process, would be ideal

Job Benefits
  • Contributory Company Pension Scheme
  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme, up to 5 days per holiday year
  • Digital GP Scheme
  • Volunteer Scheme
  • Share Saver Scheme
  • Company Life Assurance Scheme
  • Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
  • Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
  • Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways
Diversity Statement:
At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.
Join Us:
If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.
Application Process:
Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now by submitting your CV. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.

About
Breedon is a leading vertically-integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland.

Skills Required

  • High written and numerical literacy
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to plan and organize workload
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Experience working in a fast-paced and challenging environment
  • Experience within an Accounts Payable team and understanding of the end-to-end AP process
  • Excel experience
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The Company
HQ: North West Leicestershire
4,900 Employees
Year Founded: 2023

What We Do

Breedon Group is a leading vertically-integrated international construction materials group operating in Great Britain, Ireland, and the United States. They supply essential building materials—including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt—to a diversified network of customers across infrastructure, housebuilding, and commercial end-markets. Their business model focuses on creating sustainable value through the production and supply of high-quality construction materials and surfacing solutions.

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