Accounts Payable Administration Lead

Position: Accounts Payable Administration Lead (Permanent)
Location: Trafford

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Administration Lead to provide general accounts administration support and play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Accounts Payable function.

What You'll Be Doing

* Work as part of the finance team, supporting month-end and year-end closing processes for the Accounts Payable ledger, including ledger close, running reports, and posting accruals

* Process and match purchase invoices and payments accurately and efficiently

* Verify supplier details and invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies

* Deal with queries from suppliers and the purchasing department in a professional and timely manner

* Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and collaborate with internal stakeholders

* Manage weekly and ad-hoc payment runs

* Perform supplier statement reconciliations and manage related queries

* Support staff expenses by processing expense reports, running credit card statements, and preparing accruals

* Use office automated systems to input and maintain accurate financial data

* Assist with internal and external audit queries

* Contribute to continuous improvement of Accounts Payable processes

* Undertake other ad-hoc tasks as required to support the finance team

What You'll Bring

* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar Accounts Payable or accounts administration role

* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills essential

* Experience using Oracle is desirable but not essential

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work proactively on own initiative as well as collaboratively within a team

* High level of attention to detail and accuracy