Accounts Payable Specialist Disbursements

A leading global services organisation is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their Manchester-based team, offering a unique opportunity to work within a world-class environment that values respect, collaboration, and innovation. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a supportive and inclusive workplace, where your expertise in managing payments across multiple banks and currencies will be highly valued. With a hybrid working arrangement, you can enjoy the flexibility of both remote and in-office work, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. The organisation is committed to nurturing talent through generous benefits, wellness programmes, and access to global affinity groups that foster connection and personal growth

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth execution of disbursements across multiple regions. Your day-to-day activities will involve processing complex payment runs, liaising with local finance managers for approvals, handling intercompany transactions, and supporting global teams with reconciliations. You will be responsible for meeting month-end deadlines while exercising careful judgement on escalations.

Specific duties include:

• Process payments efficiently across various banks and major currencies while ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
• Manage weekly pay runs for multiple offices by coordinating with local finance managers to obtain necessary reviews and approvals.
• Handle intercompany transactions, ad hoc payments, and direct debit postings with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Assist global finance teams by supporting bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain financial integrity.
• Complete month-end tasks within set deadlines to ensure accurate financial reporting across all relevant jurisdictions.
• Exercise sound judgement when identifying issues that require escalation or additional care, maintaining high standards of service at all times.
• Review workflow or manual approvals thoroughly to determine if further authorisations are required before processing payments.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in a team-oriented environment that prioritises customer service and mutual support.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of banking processes, exchange rates, and recognised payment systems such as BASC, SEPA, and Faster Payments.

To excel as an Accounts Payable Specialist in this business services environment, your background should include hands-on experience managing payments across diverse banking systems and currencies. Your proven track record in accounts payable functions—especially those involving intercompany dealings—will enable you to navigate complex financial workflows confidently. A solid grasp of accounting fundamentals relevant to several European jurisdictions will be invaluable as you contribute to cross-border operations.

Ideally you will have experience in the following areas:

• Demonstrated experience in processing payments using various banking platforms and handling multiple currencies accurately within established guidelines.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment that values customer service and shared goals.
• Familiarity with banking processes including exchange rates as well as recognised payment systems such as BASC, SEPA, or Faster Payments.
• Previous experience in accounts payable roles involving intercompany transactions and direct debit postings across different countries.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles applicable in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, or Spain.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred but not essential if equivalent experience can be demonstrated.
• Excellent organisational skills enabling timely completion of month-end tasks under pressure without compromising quality.
• Strong interpersonal abilities allowing you to communicate clearly with colleagues at all levels while fostering an inclusive atmosphere.
• Attention to detail when reviewing approvals or identifying issues requiring escalation ensures compliance with internal policies.

This organisation stands out as one of the world’s most respected law firms due to its unwavering commitment to respect, collaboration, and innovation at every level. Employees benefit from a truly inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated through global affinity groups that provide valuable networking opportunities and peer support. The firm’s comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance options tailored for peace of mind; group income protection; life assurance; robust pension plans; wellness programmes designed for holistic wellbeing; employee discounts; and more. Recognition comes not only through competitive compensation but also via performance-based bonuses that reward both individual contributions and collective achievements. With flexible working arrangements available—including hybrid schedules—you’ll find it easier than ever to balance professional ambitions with personal commitments. Above all else, this employer fosters an environment where everyone is encouraged to grow professionally through ongoing training opportunities while feeling genuinely valued as part of a supportive network.

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounts payable career within an internationally renowned legal environment that champions inclusivity and professional growth, this opportunity awaits your application!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your future as an Accounts Payable Specialist starts here.

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