Accounts Payable Clerk

Are you interested in joining the number one University in Greater Manchester for student experience?

At the University of Greater Manchester, we are proud of our growing reputation as a student-focused institution. Through our strategy of “Teaching Intensive, Research-Informed, Assessment Enabled”, we are committed to delivering an outstanding experience for our students and supporting excellence across all areas of the University.

Due to continued development within our Finance Office, we are seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our busy and supportive Exchequer team.

About the Role

As part of a high-volume Accounts Payable function, you will play a key role in ensuring that supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately, efficiently, and in line with University Financial Regulations.

Working in a fast-paced environment processing over 2,000 documents per week, you will:

• Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate financial records within the finance system
• Ensure invoices meet required legal and VAT standards and are correctly authorised and coded
• Assist with the preparation of payment runs and remittance advice
• Maintain supplier data, including bank details and VAT information
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries in a timely manner
• Monitor invoice registers and ensure timely posting and processing
• Support compliance with financial procedures and contribute to fraud prevention and control
• Work closely with colleagues across the University to resolve queries and provide a high level of customer service

You will also have the opportunity to support wider Exchequer activities, including Credit Control and Payroll, and contribute to process improvements within the team.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

You will:

• Have experience in a finance or administrative role, ideally within accounts payable or a similar function
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working with financial data
• Be confident using finance systems and spreadsheets
• Have a good understanding of invoice processing, VAT basics, and financial procedures
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• Be able to manage your own workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

AAT study or a desire to progress within a finance career would be advantageous.

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive working environment and a competitive benefits package, including:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits scheme

As a smaller, close-knit University, you will have the opportunity to work with colleagues across the institution and contribute to delivering an excellent service to both staff and students.

Applications are welcomed from those candidates interested in part-time hours/job sharing. 

Successful applicants will be required to prove their right to work in the UK prior to the commencement of their employment.  

Whilst the University of Greater Manchester is a licensed sponsor, under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) not all roles are eligible for visa sponsorship. 

This position may not meet the criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). 

Eligibility will be assessed in line with the Home Office requirements at the time of making the offer.  

For further information, please visit:  https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

Further Details:

The University of Greater Manchester strives to achieve equality of opportunity

Advert information