Be part of a legacy that blends tradition, innovation and excellence – welcome to Laings.
With a reputation built on quality, trust, craftmanship and timeless design, Laings has continued to build on a rich heritage, whilst simultaneously investing in its future. With seven showrooms, we are proudly one of the largest independent family-owned jewellers and purveyors of luxury watches in the UK. We carry forward a tradition of excellence in craftsmanship, outstanding customer care and a deep-rooted history that anchors our Laings story.
With the sixth-generation of the Laing family at the helm we are a family, a legacy and a community of passionate professionals that collaborate and contribute a wide range of skills and experience across all areas of our business. We offer supportive and inspiring environments, where expertise and personal connections flourish.
As you consider beginning your journey with us, know your enthusiasm and dedication will lead to growth, opportunity, and a fulfilling career. Bespoke training and career development are at the heart of our ambition; we aim to enhance your skills and provide you with access to leadership professionals, as you tell your story alongside ours.
About You:
The successful candidate will possess excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. They will be comfortable working within a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy.
What awaits you?
· Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring appropriate coding and approval procedures are followed.
· Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and goods received documentation where applicable.
· Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier queries.
· Maintain supplier account records and ensure supporting documentation is filed appropriately.
· Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly and monthly supplier payment runs.
· Ensure supplier statements are regularly reconciled and any differences investigated and resolved promptly.
· Monitor aged creditor balances and escalate any issues requiring attention.
· Support the maintenance of the supplier master database, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date.
· Run weekly purchase ledger analysis to ensure invoice processing targets are achieved, and identify any shortfalls in expected processing levels.
· Ensure financial processes are completed in accordance with Company policies and internal controls.
· Maintain accurate audit trails and supporting documentation for all purchase ledger transactions.
· Assist with month-end procedures including accruals support, reconciliations and ledger reviews.
· Prepare reports and analysis as requested by the Finance Manager or Finance Supervisor.
· Support external audit requests by providing required documentation and information.
· Develop positive working relationships with suppliers and internal colleagues.
· Provide timely responses to supplier and colleague enquiries.
· Liaise with stores, departments and third-party suppliers to ensure invoice and payment issues are resolved efficiently.
· Deliver a high standard of service to both internal and external stakeholders, supporting the wider business objectives of Laings.
· Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and controls.
· Support system developments, process enhancements and departmental projects where required.
· Contribute positively to the ongoing development of the Finance team and wider business.
Attributes and Experience
· Previous experience in an accounts payable, purchase ledger or finance administration role.
· Strong numerical and analytical skills.
· High attention to detail and accuracy.
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to prioritise workload effectively and meet deadlines.
· Professional, positive and proactive approach to work.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
· Experience working within a multi-site retail business.
· Experience of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central or similar ERP systems.
· AAT qualified or currently studying towards an accountancy qualification.
· Experience of supplier statement reconciliations and payment processing.
Why join us at Laings?
We offer you an attractive package commensurate with experience, competitive salary and team commission structure. From unrivalled employee discounts and service recognition awards, Laings has built our approach to benefits around the requirements of our colleagues. Our benefits have been created to ensure happiness and wellbeing across each person’s professional and personal life. We offer flexible benefits, where you can choose to match your individual needs through our bespoke benefits platform.
Laings are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, equity and wellbeing. While our journey is ongoing, our shared commitment is to our culture of belonging and to the equality of opportunity, we follow practices which are free from discrimination. Please inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodation or clarification concerning our recruitment process.
Join us as we continue to tell our story, committed to staying at the forefront of the industry with a passion to provide personalised instore and aftersales experiences for customers, as well as delivering impeccable service that is paired with exceptional product knowledge.
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
