Interim Accounts Payable Specialist

Hays Specialist Recruitment LimitedCheddarreedpublished 10/09/2026

About the company

The Opportunity A successful food manufacturing and distribution business is looking to appoint an Interim Accounts Payable Specialist to provide additional support during a period of growth and investment. The business has recently expanded its supplier network and requires an experienced AP professional to take ownership of key supplier accounts.

Your tasks

  • Managing end-to-end purchase ledger activities
  • Processing supplier invoices and credit notes
  • Preparing weekly payment runs
  • Reconciling supplier statements
  • Resolving invoice discrepancies and pricing queries
  • Liaising with procurement and warehouse teams
  • Maintaining supplier account information
  • Assisting with month-end reporting

Requirements

  • Proven Accounts Payable experience
  • Strong reconciliation skills
  • Comfortable working independently
  • Excellent organisational ability
  • Confident communicator with suppliers and internal stakeholders

What we offer

  • Long-term interim opportunity
  • Stable and established business
  • Free parking and staff facilities

How to apply

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