Country: Belgium
City: Ternat
Req ID: 509194
At Leviat, you can build a future with a lasting legacy
Help us make great architecture possible. Responsibly and sustainably. For everyone, and with everyone. Because we’re one rich, vibrant global network of insight and expertise with c.3,000 people at c.60 locations globally, we are a global leader in connecting, fixing, lifting and anchoring technology for the construction industry
Own where your ambition can take you. You’re free to explore and to specialise, so make the most of the opportunity. Whatever you want to do, you’ll have the full support of a global business.
CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.75,800 people at c.3,160 locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and in Europe.
Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.
Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.
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About the role
We're currently looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Accounts Payable Lead to join our team in Ternat, Belgium, who'll bring a positiveimpact to both the team and our processes.
As an Accounts Payable Lead, you'll play a key role in managing and optimizing our AP team and processes.
You'll combine your leadership skills, process improvement experience and collaborative spirit to deliver significant improvements across the business.
Main responsibilities
In this role you'll:
1. Work closely with operational departments to achieve optimal results. You will take functional responsibility for two colleagues within Accounts Payable.
2. Deliver Process Optimisation: Together with our Head of Accounting and Finance Manager, you'll streamline and improve local processes and support the upcoming renewal of our accounting systems. You'll also play a crucial role in the change management activity that comes with this transition.
3. Deliver improved invoice processing, ensuring the flawless and efficient processing of incoming invoices and provide extra support during month-end closings to guarantee the accuracy of the financial data.
4. Deliver improved financial management, monitoring bank statements and ensure timely payments and additionally, be the point of contact for the treasury department regarding zero balancing and cash forecast data.
5. Build strong effective relationships with internal departments and external partners to ensure everyone is aligned.
6. Ensure that all AP processes comply with internal regulations and SOX requirements.
7. Maintain solid working relationships with vendors and ensure smooth collaboration with managers and operational teams.
8. Resolve disputes. When invoice issues arise, you'll take the lead in resolving them, handling escalations from suppliers and operational teams with care and efficiency.
9. Promptly and effectively resolve non-approved or unresolved invoices, always aiming for process improvement.
10. Actively support month- and year-end closings by estimating provisions and reconciling accounts payable.
Experience & qualifications
To be successful in this role you need:
11. A knowledge of different ERP Systems is advisable. We currently work with mainly with AX (Axapta).
12. To ideally have DBFACT, Navision and CIM2000 operational experience.
13. A fluency in Dutch, English & French
14. Previous successful experience in a similar role is desirable
15. Demonstrable experience in accounting
16. A positive "can do" attitude
What we offer?
17. We are a global business, looking to attract and retain the best talent
18. A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
19. Highly competitive base pay
20. Pension contribution
21. Hybrid and flexible working dependent on your role
22. A range of other benefits, specific to your role and depending on where in the world you join us i.e. health care, medical insurance, discounted shopping
23. Ongoing personal learning and development support
Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are commited to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.