Accounts Payable Supervisor (Temporary ongoing)

Employer: Hays

Location: Heywood

Salary: GBP 17 - 20

Job type: TEMPORARY

Posted: 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Sector: Construction & Trades

Job Description

Your new company An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Payable Supervisor 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 Working closely with the Accounts Payable Manager and the wider AP Team. Working within a team of 12, you will be responsible for assisting with the Smooth running of the AP department, supporting team members daily and allocation of works. As well as supervisor duties, you will :- Working within a shared service centre Managing the processing of supplier invoices and credit notes Responding to and resolving supplier and internal account queries escalations 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 a supervisory/ senior Accounts Payable position Ability to prioritise Production of reports Able to work calmly and help others within a challenging role, working to deadlines Shared service experience preferred 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 17.50-20ph +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 holidays Free parking available on site Friendly and collaborative working environment If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4830510 - Joanna Taylor-Coburn

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