Accounts Payable Executive

Kuoni; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury travel company in Didsbury is seeking an Accounts Payable Executive to manage financial obligations and supplier invoices. This role involves processing multi-currency payments, ensuring compliance, and supporting the accounts payable team. The successful candidate will have proven experience in finance, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software. The position offers a salary up to £35,000 and a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an accounts payable or similar finance role.
• Experience processing multi-currency payments is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure all payments are authorised.
• Manage payment runs, including multi-currency payments.
• Reconcile holiday bookings with supplier invoices.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers.
• Support the implementation of accounts payable processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Prioritise relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Proven experience in an accounts payable or similar finance role

Experience processing multi-currency payments

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organisational and time-management skills

Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Accounts Payable Executive

Role: Accounts Payable Executive

Location: Didsbury

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, Hybrid - minimum of 3 days in the office per week (Monday – Friday)

Carrier, a brand of DERTOUR UK, is looking for an Accounts Payable Executive to join their team.

Carrier is a chic and sophisticated brand that embodies a world of beauty and elegance. As one of the finest travel businesses in the luxury sector, they have been recognised as ‘Luxury Operator of the Year’ for the last six consecutive years and are four-time winners of ‘Luxury Team of the Year’, all voted for by industry experts.

We value diversity, equity & inclusion. If you do require any additional support, please contact and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss how we can support you and any reasonable adjustments we can make.

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join our small finance team on a full-time basis. This position plays a vital role in managing our financial obligations, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, and supporting the smooth operation of our multi-currency transactions. The successful candidate will work directly with and report to the Management Accountant, contributing to the overall efficiency and integrity of our accounts payable function.

Areas of Responsibility

• Process supplier invoices and ensure all payments are authorised in line with company policies.
• Manage payment runs, including multi-currency payments (GBP, USD, EUR, and others as required).
• Reconcile holiday bookings with supplier invoices and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions and diligently reconcile supplier invoices to our Reservations system.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers to address queries and ensure efficient workflow.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of accounts payable processes and controls.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and internal policies.
• Make decisions that prioritise the relationship with suppliers, considering both service excellence and profitability.

You Will have : Essential

• Proven experience in an accounts payable or similar finance role.
• Experience processing multi-currency payments is essential, with bank uploads. Societe Generale is our current bank.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry and processing.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office, ideally Microsoft Dynamics.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently as required.

Desirable

• Experience within the travel industry would be beneficial but not a pre-requisite.

Personal Qualities

• Can‑do approach, with an open, approachable and motivational style.
• Resilient and willingness to be flexible in your approach.

Salary

Up to £35,000

City

Didsbury

Country

United Kingdom