Accounts Payable Specialist - Import & Global Payments

Confidential; Manchester, Salford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant in Manchester to join our finance team. You will process supplier invoices, reconcile accounts and ensure timely, accurate payments, with a focus on import-related invoices and international supplier relations.

The role requires experience with import documentation, overseas suppliers and international payments, along with strong numerical and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger.
• Import experience with shipping and customs documentation.
• Understanding of import VAT, customs duties and freight costs.
• Experience dealing with overseas suppliers and foreign currency invoices.
• Good numerical, organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Processing and verifying supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and authorisation.
• Matching invoices against purchase orders, delivery notes and shipping documentation.
• Managing accounts payable transactions for UK and overseas suppliers.
• Handling import-related invoices, including freight, shipping, customs duties and import VAT.
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies.
• Processing supplier payments in line with agreed terms.
• Liaising with suppliers, freight forwarders and internal departments to resolve queries.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing documentation.
• Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Numerical skills

Communication

Team player

Independent worker

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Confidential is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant in Manchester to join our finance team. You will process supplier invoices, reconcile accounts and ensure timely, accurate payments, with a focus on import-related invoices and international supplier relations.

The role requires experience with import documentation, overseas suppliers and international payments, along with strong numerical and Excel skills.