Accounts Payable Clerk
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Accounts Payable Clerk
Join [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] as an Accounts Payable Clerk! Keep our finances flowing by managing supplier payments with precision, teamwork, and a proactive eye for continuous improvement.
A Taste of The Job
As our Accounts Payable Clerk, you’ll be part of the heartbeat of our Finance Team at our Warrington site, ensuring our suppliers are paid accurately, efficiently, and on time. Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you’ll help keep our supply chain and production running smoothly by managing high volumes of invoices and maintaining excellent supplier relationships.
Reporting to the AP Manager, you’ll work alongside two Purchase Ledger Assistants as part of a collaborative, supportive team. With around 60% of our invoices processed automatically through our systems, your sharp eye for detail and problem-solving skills will shine as you resolve queries, reconcile statements, and help drive process improvements across the department.
Your Impact will include:
- Invoice Management – Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Reconciliation & Resolution – Match and code invoices to POs and goods receipts, and resolve discrepancies quickly.
- Supplier Relationships – Manage supplier queries promptly, maintaining trust and clear communication.
- Payments & Reporting – Assist with weekly and monthly payment runs, accruals, and month-end reporting.
- Expense Management – Review and approve employee expenses in line with company policy.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with Procurement, Operations, and Warehouse teams to resolve PO or invoice issues.
- Continuous Improvement – Support improvements to internal processes and financial controls.
- Statement reconciliations- managing a high volume of time-critical reconciliations.
A Flavour of the Business
We’re a unique blend of a young, ambitious company with over 250 years of distilling heritage. At [Employer hidden] Group, we’re passionate about crafting award-winning spirits, from Greenall’s Gin and Opihr to The Dubliner and Thomas Dakin.
We’ll be honest: we’re still growing, refining, and evolving. That means your ideas and initiative can really make a difference. Joining QB (as we’re known to our friends) means becoming part of a team that rolls up its sleeves, works collaboratively, and celebrates success together.
The Perfect Serve - A Bit About You
You’re a detail-driven finance professional who thrives in a busy environment. With strong purchase ledger experience and a keen eye for accuracy, you’re motivated to deliver excellence in every transaction. You’re approachable, adaptable, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team that values efficiency and integrity.
You will bring:
- Significant experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger
- Strong understanding of end-to-end purchase ledger processes.
- Experience using accounting/ERP systems (Business Central, Continia, or Emburse) is an advantage.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence working with automation systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and remain calm under pressure
- Experience in FMCG or manufacturing is desirable but not essential.
The Garnish - The Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Free parking
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Life assurance cover
- Private healthcare and wellbeing support
- Discounts with high street and online retailers
- Staff shop and generous product allowance
- Training and development to support your growth
Joining our Finance Team means joining a business that blends heritage with ambition, and where your precision and passion will help fuel our next chapter of growth.