Accounts Payable Specialist
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000.0 to £33,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £33000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester, m1 4BT |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4752833_1771412627 |
Summary
About the RoleAre you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a role where you can make an impact?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic finance team as the standalone Accounts Payable Specialist working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. You'll be the go-to person for supplier relationships and play a key role in keeping ledgers accurate and processes smooth.
What You'll DoInvoice Processing & Ledger Management
- Accurately process purchase invoices in accordance with company procedures and resolve any discrepancies or queries promptly.
- Perform 3-way matching between Purchase Orders (PO), Goods Receipt Notes (GRN), and Invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintain a well-organised and up-to-date ledger, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded.
- Review and monitor GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) reports regularly to identify and resolve outstanding items.
Reconciliations & Payments
- Complete supplier statement reconciliations to ensure balances are accurate and discrepancies are addressed.
- Assist with weekly payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate payments to suppliers.
- Support credit card reconciliations and ensure all transactions are properly accounted for.
- Process staff expense claims in line with company policy and maintain clean creditor balances.
Communication & Administration
- Act as the first point of contact for supplier queries, providing professional and timely responses.
- Manage Accounts Payable inboxes, ensuring all communications are handled efficiently and within agreed timeframes.
- Provide regular updates to the Group AP Manager and assist with ad hoc tasks and projects as required.
What We're Looking For
- Accounts Payable experience 2yrs+
- Systems: Sage and NetSuite experience desirable
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise. Able to problem-solve and remain calm
What's In It For You?
- Up to £33,000pa depending on experience
- Salary & Benefits: Up to £33k max. Hybrid, 3 office, 2 home, Pension, Life Assurance (worth x5 base salary), Private Healthcare (on completion of 3 months' probation), free onsite car parking. 25 days annual leave + 1 day for birthday + bank holidays.
What you need to do now
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