Accounts Payable Assistant Manager
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £38,000.0 to £40,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £40k |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3LU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4769667_1770738225 |
Summary
Your new company
A growing organisation in Luton is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant Manager to assist with managing the purchase ledger across multiple group companies. This is a key role ensuring accurate processing, timely payments and strong stakeholder engagement.
Your new role
- Oversee invoice processing across several entities
- Ensure timely invoice authorisation and posting
- Manage bi‑weekly BACS payment runs
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve AP queries
- Support supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with month‑end close and AP KPI reporting
- Maintain AP policies, processes and timetable
- Raise POs for subcontractor hours
- Support wider AP team tasks as required
What you'll need to succeed
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise
- Excellent communication and problem‑solving ability
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Confident, proactive and able to work independently or in a team
- Able to train colleagues and present information clearly
- Professional, ethical and deadline‑driven
What you'll get in return
A great opportunity to take ownership of a busy AP function within a supportive and reputable organisation.
What you need to do now
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