Accounts Payable Officer

  • Hays Accounts and Finance
  • City, Leeds
  • 16/04/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

We are acting on behalf of a highly regarded organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable professional for a key finance role within their business. Due to the confidential nature of this search, specific details around the company will be shared with shortlisted candidates only.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable candidate who is looking to join a stable, well-structured finance team and play a vital role in the day-to-day financial operations of the business.
The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounts Payable role will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Key responsibilities will include:

  • End-to-end processing of supplier invoices
  • Matching, batching and coding invoices
  • Reviewing and resolving invoice and supplier account queries
  • Preparing and processing payment runs
  • Statement reconciliations
  • Supporting month-end close activities
  • Ensuring adherence to internal controls and processes

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

  • Proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar transactional finance role
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Confidence working with finance systems and Excel
  • The ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines
  • A professional and proactive approach when dealing with stakeholders

What's on Offer

  • A secure and well-established working environment
  • A supportive finance team and positive culture
  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience
  • Hybrid or flexible working options (where applicable)

This vacancy is being managed on a strictly private and confidential basis. Initial conversations can be held discreetly, and full company details will be shared at the appropriate stage of the process.

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