At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced finance team.
- Company: Join a dynamic finance team in Stockport with a focus on collaboration and efficiency.
- Benefits: Enjoy a permanent full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Embrace new technologies and enjoy a supportive environment with excellent career prospects.
- Why this job: Be a key player in financial processes and make a real impact on the company's success.
- Qualifications: Strong numerical skills and familiarity with accounts payable processes; AAT qualification is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 29974 - 36634 £ per year.
We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable Administrator to join our finance team, reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager. The Accounts Payable Administrator will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and efficient processing of invoices and payments. The ideal candidate will possess strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable processing, ensuring compliance with “No PO No Pay” and accurate invoice matching within D365.
- Process and approve invoices in line with delegated authority, including handling non‑PO invoices and supplier rejections.
- Respond to supplier queries promptly, investigating and resolving discrepancies to meet SLAs and KPIs.
- Liaise with procurement and internal teams to resolve purchase order and payment issues efficiently.
- Oversee weekly payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, Faster Payments) and support cash flow management.
- Maintain supplier accounts, ensuring timely processing, reconciliation, and resolution of outstanding balances.
- Conduct regular reconciliations, manage unallocated cash, credit balances, and elevate complex issues.
- Build strong supplier and stakeholder relationships while driving process improvements and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with VAT, CIS, internal controls, and audit requirements.
- Support month‑end/year‑end activities, reporting, audits, and finance‑led projects.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise:
- Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and procedures, with proficiency in using accounting software (strong preference for Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
- Strong problem‑solving abilities, with the capacity to identify issues, propose solutions, and drive process improvements.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment, with a proactive and solutions‑oriented mindset.
- Possess in‑depth knowledge of Accounts Payable processes with a comprehensive understanding of the Purchase to Pay (P2P) cycle.
- Willingness to adapt to change and embrace new technologies & processes to enhance productivity and performance.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
- AAT qualification or working towards a relevant qualification would be advantageous.
Accounts Payable Administrator in Stockport employer: OCU Group
At OCU, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the utilities and energy sector, offering a dynamic work environment in Reading that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring that our team members are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge in high voltage electrical systems. With a strong focus on safety and excellence, we provide a supportive culture where every individual can thrive and contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of infrastructure engineering.
