Accounts Payable Officer

Robert Walters UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport group based in Manchester is looking for an Accounts Payable Officer. The role offers flexible hybrid working and focuses on accurate financial processing, including invoice management and communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as an understanding of VAT regulations. The company values precision and teamwork, and provides various employee perks for overall well-being.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Access to discounts via rewards portal

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience in Accounts Payable with invoice processing tasks.
• Demonstrated experience with high accuracy using Microsoft applications.
• Sound knowledge of VAT regulations for effective reclaim.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough checks of invoices with high attention to compliance.
• Maintain integrity in the purchasing process through strict checks.
• Process company expenses accurately in line with policies.
• Resolve invoice-related queries promptly and effectively.
• Prepare paperwork for various payment methods as required.
• Manage controls for credit and purchasing cards efficiently.
• Provide analysis of expenses for business reporting.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Payable Officer to join a leading airport group based in Manchester, offering flexible hybrid working patterns and a permanent contract. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment, where your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will be highly valued. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of financial services, maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to continual process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Undertake thorough preparatory checks of invoices, reclaim VAT where appropriate, accurately input data and process payments within strict deadlines to ensure compliance.
• Maintain integrity throughout the purchasing process by working towards a three‑way match system and ensuring all invoices are authorised according to company procedures.
• Process company expenses with meticulous attention to policy compliance, ensuring all claims are handled efficiently and accurately.
• Sense check all payments processed to guarantee accuracy and adherence to financial standards.
• Respond promptly and effectively to invoice‑related queries from budget holders, suppliers, and other stakeholders, resolving issues without delay.
• Prepare and process paperwork for BACs payments, bank transfers, foreign currency transactions, and management information reports as required.
• Manage credit card and purchasing card controls including statement processing and expenditure tracking in line with company policies.
• Provide detailed analysis of expenses and invoice‑related costs to explain variances and ensure accurate coding for business reporting purposes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word and Excel for financial processing tasks with high levels of accuracy.
• Familiarity with SAP systems would be beneficial for streamlining accounts payable operations.
• At least one year's experience working within an Accounts Payable department handling invoice processing duties.
• Proven ability to work accurately under pressure while meeting strict deadlines in a busy finance environment.
• Sound knowledge of VAT regulations enabling effective VAT reclaims where applicable.

Benefits

The organisation stands out as an industry leader in their field, renowned for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual is empowered to achieve their best. Employees benefit from a wide array of perks designed to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing—including free on‑site parking during work hours as well as complimentary parking. The company offers access to an exclusive rewards portal featuring discounts on products ranging from travel fares to airport lounge experiences.