Accounts Payable Senior

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This role is key to ensuring all supplier, intercompany, direct debit, and contra invoices are processed accurately and paid on time, in line with internal procedures. You'll take ownership of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes while working closely with Procurement and other stakeholders to maintain strong financial control and supplier relationships.,

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable processes for third-party suppliers
• Process PO and Non-PO invoices via Dynamics, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Maintain and manage centralised AP mailboxes (PO Invoices, Rent, Corporate Card)
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoicing, payment, and account queries
• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations
• Proactively manage supplier accounts and monitor ageing balances
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany balances within the AP ledger
• Allocate contra postings accurately within the ledger
• Prepare payment journals and support corporate card management
• Approve and release payment journals
• Ensure all direct debit invoices are captured and recorded correctly
• Produce regular AP reports and KPI reporting for business insight
• Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth financial operations
• Support process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with ad hoc finance tasks as required
  
  We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work., Strong attention to detail and excellent data input skills
• Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner
• Highly organised with strong time management skills
• A proactive problem solver with a focus on root cause analysis
• Performance-driven with a desire to exceed expectations
• A collaborative team player and self-starter, AAT Level 2 qualification
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Accounts Payable
• Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience in stakeholder management and reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable Skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
  
  Salary up to £30,000
• Hybrid 1 day a week in our Rochdale office
• Contract: Fixed Term
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package NB subject to eligibility criteria
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan
• Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle, from discounts on high street and online shopping to travel, socialising and wellbeing
New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.