Location
Hyde, Tameside, Greater Manchester, North West England
Industry sector
Accounting, Finance
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
04/02/2026
Closing date
04/03/2026
Accounts Payable Administrator / Purchase Ledger Clerk
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy finance team as an Accounts Payable Administrator / Purchase Ledger Clerk, supporting accounts payable, invoice processing, reconciliations and supplier queries within a fast-paced commercial environment.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Accounts Payable Clerk, Finance Assistant, Accounts Clerk, Ledger Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Finance Administrator
SALARY: £27,882 per annum (£15.32 per Hour) + Benefits
LOCATION: Hyde, Tameside, Greater Manchester, North West England (SK14)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 9.00am – 5.00pm, Monday to Friday (35 hours per week, one hour unpaid lunch break)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Accounts Payable Administrator / Purchase Ledger Clerk to join an established finance function supporting end-to-end accounts payable activity.
As an Accounts Payable Administrator / Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will play a key role in processing high volumes of supplier invoices, managing reconciliations and ensuring accurate financial records across multiple currencies.
The Accounts Payable Administrator / Purchase Ledger Clerk will work closely with purchasing, supply chain and operational teams, resolving discrepancies and supporting month-end activities within a collaborative working environment.
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DUTIES
Your duties as the Accounts Payable Administrator / Purchase Ledger Clerk include:
• Invoice Processing: Matching, checking and coding supplier invoices and delivery notes
• Three-Way Matching: Processing high volumes of invoices against purchase orders and goods received
• Supplier Account Management: Setting up new supplier accounts and maintaining existing details
• Reconciliations: Reconciling supplier statements, GRNI and intercompany accounts
• Payments Processing: Making payments via BACS, SEPA and transfers in GBP, EUR and USD
• Foreign Currency Handling: Completing foreign currency calculations accurately
• Aged Creditors Review: Reviewing aged creditor listings weekly and maintaining correct balances
• Expense Processing: Processing staff expenses in line with company procedures
• Stakeholder Liaison: Working with purchasing, supply chain, warehouse and production teams to resolve queries
• Mailbox Management: Managing a shared accounts mailbox and ensuring daily clearance
• Month-End Support: Assisting with accruals, reporting and month-end finance procedures
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience in an accounts payable or purchase ledger role
• Experience processing supplier invoices and reconciliations
• Experience working with foreign currency transactions
• A polite and professional telephone manner
• Experience working effectively within a finance team
DESIRABLE
• Experience working with an ERP system
• Basic proficiency using Microsoft Excel
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem solving
BENEFITS
• Stakeholder pension scheme with employer contribution
• 28 days holiday including statutory entitlement, increasing with service
• Life assurance cover
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Mental Health First Aider support
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee recognition programme
• Free annual flu jab
• Christmas savings scheme
• NHS health checks
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14360
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