Accounts Payable Assistant

Hyra; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyra is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis. The role is fully office-based in Salford with a focus on high-volume supplier invoice processing. You will match invoices to purchase orders, manage scanning workflows, and support month-end activities.

The ideal candidate has proven purchase ledger experience and can start immediately or on short notice. You should have strong attention to detail, good communication skills and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Purchase ledger experience is essential.
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices.
• Familiar with electronic invoice scanning/workflow systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Manage electronic invoice scanning and processing systems.
• Resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal departments.
• Reconcile supplier statements.
• Prepare and assist with payment runs.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and account information.
• Support month-end purchase ledger activities.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
• Provide general support to the wider finance team.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Invoice processing

High volumes

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent worker

Tools

Electronic invoicing systems

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant

Salford
£28,000 - £31,000 DOE
Temporary Contract
Fully Office-Based

We are currently recruiting for a Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced purchase ledger professionals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are confident managing high volumes of invoices.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
• Managing electronic invoice scanning and processing systems
• Resolving invoice queries with suppliers and internal departments
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Preparing and assisting with payment runs
• Maintaining accurate supplier records and account information
• Supporting month-end purchase ledger activities
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies
• Providing general support to the wider finance team

About You

• Previous Purchase Ledger experience is essential
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices
• Familiar with electronic invoice scanning/workflow systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and manage workloads effectively
• Available to start at short notice

If you're an experienced Purchase Ledger professional looking for your next opportunity and are available immediately or at short notice, we'd love to hear from you.