AR AP Accountant
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Position Overview & Specifications
At GEODIS our vision is to be the growth partner for our clients. As a logistics company, we achieve this through proven expertise across our five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express and Road Transport. Our emphasis on excellence in these areas has made us a worldwide supply chain leader with over 300 locations in 168 countries, employing over 41,000 people.
We are looking for an AR AP Accountant to join our finance team where you will be responsible for the companies balance sheet ensuring it is complete and accurate to the highest possible standard.
Role Description:
- Supervise all regular accounting processes (A/R, Fixed Assets, A/P, Monthly closure accounts).
- Ensure efficient working of all financial transactions.
- Administer all bank transactions and oversee data recording procedures.
- Assist departments in account reconciliation process.
- Design and prepare audit schedules for external audit processors.
Skills and Qualifications:
· Experience within a AR AP Accounting role ideally in multisite operations.
· Excellent communication ability both face to face / virtually and written.
· Currently studying to or attained CIMA / ACCA qualification.
· Process improvement skills with the ability to facilitate change.
Package Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
- Annual Bonus
- Company Pension Scheme.
- 25 Days Annual Leave Per Annum + Bank Holidays.
- Company Car or Allowance.
- Company Sick Pay.
- On Site Parking.
The working hours for this role are Monday to Friday (9am – 6pm) based out of our High Wycombe office with the option for hybrid working.
If you feel this role is of interest please send your CV to directly to Matthew Williams or call for a confidential discussion on 07977 123646. Please note that any personal information with be handled in line with GDPR guidelines and regulations. For more details please see https://geodis.com/dp/recruitment-privacy-policy
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- High Wycombe: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- accounting: 4 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in High Wycombe
Reference ID: AR AP Accountant
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for AR AP Accountant roles across Geodis's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £45,000 - £50,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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