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Purchase Ledger Assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Heywood · Posted 21 Sep 2026 · 42 applicants

£15.00 per hour
Temporary
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy finance team in Heywood. This position plays a key role in ensuring supplier payments and account records are maintained accurately and efficiently.
Responsibilities

  • Managing the processing of supplier invoices and credit notes
  • Responding to and resolving supplier and internal account queries
  • Carrying out supplier statement reconciliations
  • Investigating discrepancies and ensuring ledgers remain accurate
  • Monitoring and maintaining debit and credit balances
  • Completing purchase order maintenance and closures
  • Providing additional support across the finance function where required

What you'll need to succeed

  • Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger position
  • Shared service experience preferred (not essential)
  • High volume invoices
  • Confident using Microsoft Office and finance systems
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Customer-focused approach with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Exposure to Workday or AI-driven technology would be beneficial

What you'll get in return
Temporary ongoing position
£circa 30k - 15.00ph+holiday pay
Hours of Work Monday to Friday, with flexible working hours allowing start times between 7:00am and 10:00am and finish times between 2:30pm and 6:00pm.
28 days annual leave including bank holidaysFree parking available on site
Friendly and collaborative working environment

This role would suit an experienced Accounts Payable professional seeking a stable opportunity within a supportive business that offers flexibility, strong employee benefits and a positive team culture.
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