Senior Accounts Payable Assistant

​ Ready to bring passion into your career? Clarins Group is a trusted French family-owned company, a leader in skincare and make-up, operating in more than 150 countries. We are looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Assistant based in our London Head Office. About the Job Responsible for the the end-to-end processing of supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment requests, ensuring all transactions are completed accurately and within agreed service levels. The role is responsible for executing payment runs, maintaining vendor master data, reconciling supplier statements, bank accounts and GRNI balances, and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner. You will also support month-end and year-end close activities through reconciliations, accruals and financial reporting. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will respond to queries, monitor aged creditors and ensure outstanding items are investigated and cleared. The position plays a key role in maintaining strong financial controls and compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements and company policies, while supporting internal and external audits. In addition, you will proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls and drive greater efficiency across the accounts payable function. About you: You are a Clarins fit if you are: A problem-solver with a proactive approach to challenges. Organised, with strong attention to detail and analytical skills Eager to grow in a company genuinely committed to responsible beauty. Customer oriented and results driven. Essential qualifications: Minimum 5 years’ experience in an account’s payable role, including senior level responsibilities Experience using ERP accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Netsuite (Workday Not mandatory but preferred) Strong Communication and stakeholder management skills Excellent reconciliation and problem-solving skills Financial Accuracy and attention to detail Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft excel skills About the benefits: A flexible work environment, with up to 2 days of remote working per week 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day every year with a maximum of 30 plus Birthday off Development and training opportunities Generous Staff discount Employee Assistance Programme We Care Day – Volunteering If you have a curious mind, a thirst to go further and the drive to boldly take on new challenges, join us. About Clarins Group A B-Corp certified global leading skincare and make-up company, Clarins group is the embodiment of a committed family history, with a fierce passion for innovation and spirit of independence. Our purpose "making life more beautiful, passing on a more beautiful planet," is a core commitment outlined in our by-laws. Operating in more than 150 countries thanks to our 8,000 employees worldwide, we are now the number one skincare company in Europe and are accelerating our development on all other continents, particularly in Asia and the Americas. In line with our dual CSR mission of ‘Caring for people, caring for the planet’ we take pride in offering a rewarding yet challenging work environment where everyone can thrive. This culture allowed us to achieve the certification of Forbes' World’s Best Employers 2024, Forbes' World’s Best Employers 2024 for Women. To learn more about our group and our commitments to people, visit www.groupeclarins.com . Equal opportunity employer We believe in making life more beautiful for our employees and our customers. Inclusion and diversity are firmly grounded in our core values. We strive to achieve inclusiveness, and we foster an equal-opportunity culture where everyone can reach their full potential and do their best work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are a member of the ILO (International Labor Organization) and the Employers Network for Equity and Inclusion (ENEI).