Accounts Payable Specialist

Jobwise; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial distribution sector is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team. This role involves managing the accounts payable process, ensuring timely invoice processing, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in purchase ledger roles and strong Excel skills. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Free parking

Health and wellbeing support

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience (ideally 5 years) in an accounts payable role.
• Understanding of AP processes and tax regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyse data.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process.
• Process and review invoices for accuracy.
• Assist with month-end closing and reporting.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist looking to join a busy finance team within a shared service?

Our client, an industrial distributor near Manchester Airport, is keen to hire a Senior Accounts Payable Clerk, offering a salary of up to £31,000 per annum.

Your responsibilities will include managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoice processing, reconciliations, and supplier payments are completed promptly. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in purchase ledger roles, preferably within a shared service environment, and possess strong Excel skills.

This role also requires providing guidance and support to other team members.

What will you be doing as an Accounts Payable Specialist?

1. Process and review invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
2. Match invoices with purchase orders and resolve discrepancies
3. Prepare and process supplier payments within agreed terms
4. Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding items
5. Assist with month-end closing, accruals, and reporting
6. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
7. Support and mentor junior AP staff
8. Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience (ideally 5 years) in an accounts payable role, with supervisory or senior responsibilities
• Understanding of AP processes, tax regulations, and best practices
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, being a team player
• Confident with MS Excel, especially VLOOKUPs and data management
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse data and improve processes
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive

What will you get in return?

• Salary up to £31,000 per year
• Flexible working hours, with the option to finish at 2pm on Fridays
• Hybrid working model: 2 days in the office, 3 days remote after training
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme, matching up to 5%
• Free parking
• Health and wellbeing support
• Modern offices in South Manchester with excellent public transport links
• Opportunities for career progression

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