Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Administrator

£28,000 - £30,000

Trafford Park – Office Based

**Candidates will have accounts payable experience and experience of dealing with Far East suppliers**

Our client, a well-established supplier of electrical and homewares now has an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Administrator to join their team in Trafford Park.

The Accounts Payable Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the Company's purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier invoices, payments, and account records are processed accurately and efficiently.

Working closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and the wider Finance Team, the role will focus on maintaining strong supplier relationships, managing supplier deposits, supporting payment activities, and ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase Ledger Management
• Supplier Account Management
• Payments and Deposits
• Reconciliations and Financial Control
• Reporting and Analysis
• Continuous Improvement and Team Support

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required

• Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, or Finance Administration role.
• Experience working with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics Business Central experience would be advantageous.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Lookups, and data analysis.
• Experience managing supplier accounts and processing high volumes of invoices.
• Knowledge of purchase ledger controls and reconciliation processes.
• Experience dealing with overseas suppliers, particularly within Asia, would be advantageous.
• Experience processing foreign currency transactions would be advantageous.
• Understanding of importing procedures and terminology would be beneficial.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.

Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR17092