Accounts Payable Assistant (Mandarin Speaking) Location: Cardiff (Hybrid Working) Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 per annum Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional with fluent Mandarin Chinese and English language skills? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, international finance environment where no two days are the same? We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing international business, supporting the Accounts Payable function across multiple entities while building strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues across the UK and China. Working as part of a collaborative finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and on time, maintaining excellent supplier relationships, and supporting the smooth running of the purchase ledger. Key Responsibilities Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently across multiple legal entities. Match, batch and code invoices in line with company procedures. Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies. Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs. Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure all accounts are up to date. Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, resolving invoice and payment queries promptly. Liaise daily with Mandarin-speaking suppliers, clients and colleagues based in China, providing clear communication and timely resolutions. Work closely with internal departments, including Procurement, Operations and Finance, to resolve invoice and purchase order queries. Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations and reporting. Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, financial controls and audit requirements. Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and support continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with ad hoc finance administration and reporting as required. About You We're looking for someone who is organised, adaptable and enjoys working in a busy finance environment. You'll be a confident communicator who can build positive relationships with stakeholders across different countries and cultures. You'll have: Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant role. Fluent Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written) - essential . Experience working with multiple entities or international suppliers would be highly advantageous. Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems. The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving queries. A professional and customer-focused attitude. What's on Offer Salary of £28,000 - £31,000 , depending on experience. Hybrid working arrangement. Opportunity to join a growing international organisation. Friendly, collaborative and supportive finance team. Career development and progression opportunities. Comprehensive benefits package. If you're a Mandarin-speaking Accounts Payable professional looking to join an international business where your language skills and finance experience will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV.
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