Job Introduction

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about Dechra!

Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2500 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.

The Opportunity 

• To support management through the provision of timely and accurate financial information as required.
• Take ownership of the accounts payable information and preparation of payment runs.
• Collaborate with various departments and third parties to maintain strong financial controls, ensuring that all transactions are processed accurately in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Bring enthusiasm, positivity and focus which will enhance the Group Finance team.

Role Responsibility

So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Perform cash management and bank reconciliations.
• Conducting month end coding on Pegasus software.
• Monthly processing of intercompany invoices and distribution between global offices.
• Financial data inputting of invoices and management of head office ledgers.
• Dealing with and responding to invoice and accounting queries and payments.
• Set up and maintain accurate third party accounts in the accounting system.
• Reconcile third party statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Respond to third party inquiries regarding payment status and issues.
• Monitoring and accurate recording of Board level expenses for annual reporting.
• Managing the Group finance mailbox emails.
• Execute fortnightly payment runs.
• Creditors ledgers reconciliations.
• Finance archiving.
• Cashbook updating and reconciliations on Pegasus software.
• Nominal reconciliations.
• Onboard new suppliers using the Dechra Third Party Risk Management Platform.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to payment approvals and financial controls.
• Assist in audits by providing supporting documentation for accounts payable transactions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements in accounts payable.

The Ideal Candidate

Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

Essential 

• Excellent planning and organisation skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Excellent prioritisation and time management abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Possess problem solving skills and have the ability to troubleshoot discrepancies and resolve payment issues
• Be a self-starter with resilience
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholders internal and external to Dechra
• Comfortable communicating in any medium and to any size audience in an inspiring and credible way
• Experience of responding to queries and simple problem solving
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (inc.
• Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook)

Desirable 

• In-depth knowledge of accounting systems and best practices
• Experience in a hands-on industry/commercial role

About the Company

All applications received are reviewed by our internal talent acquisition team and we will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. Should you not hear back from us within 28 days please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies which may be suitable and we encourage you to keep an eye on our careers site. For any questions or queries, please contact us at recruituk@dechra.com

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC