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Salary (£): up to £39,000 dependent on experience

Procurement and Payments Accountant

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor.

Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We are looking for an experienceProcurement and Payments Accountant to join our Finance Team, at our Head Office in Coventry.

As the Procurement and Payments Accountant, you’ll be responsible for conducting monthly compliance audits, balance sheet reconciliations, and delivering high-quality reporting through a compliance dashboard.

You’ll perform supplier statement reconciliations to maintain clean AP ledgers, lead on transformation projects and process improvements, and enhance the control environment by challenging existing practices.

Strong stakeholder management is key, as you’ll work closely with internal teams and suppliers to resolve issues and streamline processes. You’ll also lead weekly communications focused on Ariba and ECC invoice issues, while developing your expertise in SAP, Ariba, and the wider Procurement and Payments function

Further responsibilities include:

• Deliver monthly compliance dashboards and foster a compliance-focused culture.
• Support audits and provide MI to the wider business.
• Investigate and resolve Ariba and SAP stuck invoice issues.
• Maintain accurate records for internal and external requirements.
• Update and develop process documentation.
• Advise on payment and invoice queries.

HOW WE WORK

You'll join a caring culture that collaborates to achieve, grow, and develop. Our employee engagement scores are among the highest globally in energy and utilities. That’s why, we value in-person moments to keep our culture alive but also understand the flexibility working from home can bring. So, you'll usually find us in the office, but working from home is supported, when you need it.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

To succeed in the role you will have strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a curious, analytical mindset.

Previous experience in procurement and/or Finance is essential, along with the ability to manage deadlines and maintain high standards.

You’ll need strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships across teams and with external partners. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is expected, and familiarity with SAP ECC and Ariba is desirable.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

HOW WE’LL REWARD YOU AND CARE FOR YOU

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too.

Here are some of our favourites:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250 based on company performance and subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

LET’S GO

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications—so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible