Accounts Payable Specialist


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£14 - £16
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stockport, SK7 5BW
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	28 Jul 2026
Closing date:	17 Aug 2026

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Summary

Accounts Payable SpecialistLocation: Stockport

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

The CompanyOur client is a well-established engineering business based in Stockport, seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to join a growing organisation and play a key role in supporting both the purchase ledger function and wider finance operations.

The RoleReporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the accounts payable process while supporting the finance team with a variety of general accounting duties. The successful candidate will be a proactive team player with strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the end-to-end accounts payable process

Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently

Matching, batching and coding invoices

Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries

Preparing and processing supplier payment runs

Maintaining accurate supplier records and account details

Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve discrepancies

Assisting with month-end processes and reporting requirements

Supporting bank reconciliations and account reconciliations

Assisting with accruals, prepayments and general ledger postings

Providing wider support to the finance team across transactional accounting activities

Ensuring compliance with company procedures and financial controls

About You

Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role

Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and controls

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business

Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively

Experience within engineering, manufacturing or a similar environment would be advantageous

What's on Offer

Immediate start opportunity

Stable and supportive working environment

Opportunity to develop broader accounting experience

Competitive salary and benefits package

On-site parking

Friendly and collaborative finance team

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity within a growing engineering business in Stockport, we would love to hear from you.

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