Job Title: Temporary Accounts Payable - Invoice Processing Specialist Location: Manchester Industry: RetailContract Type: Temporary (3-4 months, covering year-end and Q1 activity) Start Date: ASAPSalary Company Overview:A thriving retail business based in Ancoats is looking for a proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team on a temporary basis. This role is designed to support increased invoice volumes and finance activity heading into the new year, making it ideal for someone who enjoys fast-paced environments and has strong AP experience. Role Purpose:You'll be responsible for processing supplier invoices efficiently and accurately, helping the team stay on top of payment schedules and maintain strong vendor relationships during a busy seasonal period. Key Responsibilities: Process high volumes of supplier invoices with accuracy and speed. Match, batch, and code invoices in line with internal procedures. Investigate and resolve invoice queries and discrepancies. Support weekly and monthly payment runs. Maintain the AP ledger and assist with reconciliations. Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers. Assist with year-end and Q1 finance activities. Candidate Profile Previous experience in Accounts Payable, ideally in retail or a similar fast-paced sector. Strong understanding of invoice processing and AP systems. Proficient in accounting software (e., Sage, SAP, Oracle). Excellent attention to detail and time management. Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach. Available to start immediately or on short notice. What you need to do now 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays