Accounts Payable (Mandarin Speaking) - Hybrid

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 YouWe'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.