Finance / Accounts Assistant (AP) - Norwegian / Swedish speaker - Hybrid (Immediate Start)...

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Multilingual Accounts Payable Clerk in Bradford!

Are you ready to take the next exciting step in your finance career? We’re thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity to join our dynamic and fast-paced team in Bradford as an Accounts Payable Clerk!

We’re looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who is fluent in Swedish or Norwegian to support our growing international operations. This is more than just a job - it’s a chance to be part of a supportive team where your language skills and financial acumen will make a real impact.

The Role at a Glance:

Accounts Payable Clerk - Norwegian/ Swedish speaker
Bradford - Hybrid (3 office days a week), full time in office during first 6-8 weeks
Competitive Market Salary
Plus Excellent Company Benefits Including Pension Scheme, Annual Bonus Scheme, Discounted Private Health, 33 days holiday
Permanent - Monday to Friday - 35 Hours Per Week

Company: Global Distributor of Chemicals & Ingredients Used in Everyday Products
Culture: Work with real purpose. Grow how you want to. Be who you are

What You'll Be Doing:

• Handling incoming invoices - whether they arrive by email or post, you’ll be the first point of contact to ensure they’re received and recorded accurately.
• Uploading and validating invoices - effortlessly drag and drop documents into our system, making sure everything is logged and ready for the next step.
• Processing with precision - manage any exceptions that arise and keep the invoice flow smooth and on track.
• PO matching and coding - match invoices to purchase orders or allocate them to the correct general ledger codes and cost centres with confidence and attention to detail.
• Invoice management - review, edit, and cancel invoices as needed, maintaining accuracy across all transactions.
• Vendor communication - respond to supplier queries by email or phone, building strong relationships and providing timely support.
• Problem-solving - troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise with suppliers to keep things running efficiently.
• Owning your ledger - take full responsibility for your assigned supplier ledger, keeping everything balanced and up to date.
• Deadline-driven success - work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Ad hoc duties - jump in where needed with other tasks related to your ledger, supporting the wider finance team as required.

Who we are looking for:

We're looking for a multilingual finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You’ll have hands-on experience in dynamic finance teams and a solid grasp of evolving procedures, systems, and tools - especially platforms like SAP.

The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. You’ll need a sharp eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and the confidence to manage a steady stream of transactions with precision and efficiency. If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves and being at the heart of a busy finance operation, this could be your perfect next step.

About Us:

With revenues in excess of $9 billion, we are one of the largest chemical & specialty product distribution businesses in the world. Our portfolio spans almost every industry - from food ingredients and automotive to pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and manufacturing industries.

We deliver industry-leading products, services, and technical support to help our customers find the right solution to their challenges.

Our Values:

• Serious about safety
• We do what we say
• Where people matter
• Valuable to others
• Together we win

Sounds like a good fit?

Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Team who will review your application within 1–2 business days.

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