Accounts Payable Specialist – Fast‑paced Retail Finance Role

About the role

This position supports the finance team of a busy retail business in Manchester City Centre. You will manage the purchase ledger, processing large volumes of supplier and stock invoices while ensuring accurate financial records.

Key responsibilities

• Process high‑volume purchase invoices, including stock and supplier invoices.
• Match, batch and code invoices against purchase orders and goods‑received notes.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies.
• Handle supplier queries and maintain strong working relationships.
• Support weekly BACS payment runs.
• Assist with month‑end activities such as accruals and reporting.
• Record stock‑related transactions accurately in the finance system.
• Maintain data integrity and provide ad‑hoc support to the wider finance team.

Required profile

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role.
• Experience in a retail or stock‑driven environment is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of stock invoices, PO matching and reconciliation processes.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume setting.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach.
• Immediate availability or short notice period.

Required skills

• SAP
• Oracle
• Dynamics
• Sage

What we offer

• Salary up to £30,000 per annum.
• Immediate start.
• Central Manchester location with excellent transport links.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a dynamic retail finance team.