Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture.

We’re a growing, Midlands based FTSE100 plc and welcome people from all walks of life, celebrating their individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities we represent.

It’s an exciting time to join, as we have a huge ambition to deliver bigger and better than ever before over our next 5-year regulatory period. If you’re seeking an exciting and thoroughly rewarding career in Finance, Severn Trent is the place to be.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As our Accounts Payable Associate, you’ll support the process from Procurement through to payments being made and you’ll make sure all invoices are paid to the agreed payment terms in line with company expectations. You’ll also enjoy working to targets and deadlines, be self-motivated and a problem solver with high levels of attention to detail. So, are you an Accounts Payable Associate with strong, proven experience in dealing with accounting procedures?

Well, if you are, read on.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Scanning & validating all manual invoices
• Processing all e-invoices received via Tungsten Network and SAP Ariba
• Working all invoices to ensure that where possible invoices comply with First Time Matching principles inherent within SAP
• Working on invoice queries with both internal & external stakeholders to achieve resolution.
• Monitoring of key suppliers to safeguard the supply of critical goods.
• Liaising with staff at all levels within Finance & other business areas
• Any other appropriate tasks associated with the Accounts Payable process

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

We’ll be looking for you to ideally have a good understanding of general accounting principles. Having experience of accounts payable & administration within a large organisation would be desired.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

At Severn Trent, you’ll be joining a culture that cares, one that works together to achieve, grow, and develop. And when it comes to our employee engagement scores – they’re some of the highest of energy and utility companies globally*, and we believe that is down to our wonderful culture, created by our wonderful people.

That why’s when it comes to how we work, we want to keep up those special in-person moments, to keep our culture alive. But don’t get us wrong, we understand the flexibility that working remotely can bring. Which is why when it comes to how we work – you’ll usually find us in the office, but when you need to work remotely, we’re here for it, when you need it – if suitable for your role.

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date too - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

And, if your curiosity has peaked and you want to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

*Data source: Peakon (2023) – Severn Trent top 5% of energy and utility companies globally for employee engagement scores.