Accounts Payable Administrator

NMS Recruit; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Death in service

Job summary

NMS Recruit in Birkenhead is seeking an organised Accounts Payable Administrator to join the finance team. You will process supplier invoices, manage authorisations, and run weekly payment cycles, while handling supplier queries and supporting administrative tasks.

With 3+ years in accounts payable and strong Excel/office skills, you will help maintain accurate records and contribute to smooth financial operations for the team.

Qualifications

• Three years of accounts payable experience.
• GCSEs including English and Maths (C/4+).
• Proficient with MS Office and finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and check details against purchase orders.
• Obtain authorisations and process invoices in finance systems.
• Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs.
• Respond to supplier queries professionally and promptly.
• Assist with credit card transactions and reconciliations.
• Provide general finance and admin support.
• Answer calls and direct enquiries appropriately.
• Liaise with drivers and vehicle maintenance providers.
• Update vehicle insurance details and mileage claims.
• Maintain accurate records and up-to-date documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths (C/4+)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Finance systems

Job description

My client is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Administrator to join their finance team in Birkenhead.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable and Finance

• Process incoming supplier invoices, checking details against purchase orders and ensuring the correct references and cost codes are recorded.
• Obtain the necessary authorisations and process approved invoices through the relevant finance systems.
• Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs.
• Respond to supplier queries professionally and promptly.
• Assist with credit card transaction processing and reconciliations.
• Provide general finance and administrative support as required.
• General Administration and Operational Support
• Answer incoming telephone calls and direct enquiries appropriately.
• Liaise with drivers and vehicle maintenance providers to arrange servicing and maintenance.
• Update vehicle insurance details when vehicles are exchanged.
• Check and process driver mileage claims.
• Maintain accurate records and up-to-date documentation.

Skills and Experience

• GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• At least three years' experience in an accounts payable role.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience using finance systems and processing supplier invoices.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional and helpful approach when dealing with colleagues, suppliers and external contacts.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This role offers a basic salary of up to £29,000 depending on experience, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, company pension, death in service