Accounts Payable Clerk

In Cork; Cannock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail business located in Manchester is seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to manage high-volume invoices and support month-end processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in a Purchase Ledger role, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle multi-currency transactions. This is a temporary role requiring good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role.
• Hands-on experience working with multi-currency transactions.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Handling multi-currency transactions, including exchange rate calculations.
• Supporting month-end close, including accruals and reconciliations.

Skills

Experience in Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable

Handling multi-currency transactions

Attention to detail

Knowledge of Excel and finance systems

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Axon Moore is partnering with a fast-paced retail business based in Manchester as they seek to appoint a Purchase Ledger Clerk. This temporary role is ideal for someone who is confident managing high-volume invoices, working with multiple currencies, and supporting month-end processes within a dynamic finance team.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk

Salary/Hourly Rate: Dependant on experience

Location: Manchester City Centre

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Handling multi-currency transactions, including exchange rate calculations and reconciliations
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices
• Managing supplier statements and resolving invoice queries
• Preparing and processing payment runs
• Supporting month-end close, including accruals and reconciliations
• Maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and finance procedures

Person Specification

• Proven experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role
• Hands-on experience working with multi-currency transactions
• Previous experience within a retail or fast-paced commercial environment
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage high volumes of invoices to tight deadlines
• Confidence in reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Good working knowledge of Excel and finance systems
• Ability to start quickly and work effectively in a temporary / contract role
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with suppliers and internal teams

For immediate consideration or more information on the role, please contact Hollie Maher at Axon Moore on (phone number removed)