Accounts Payable Assistant

Job Overview

PUMA Group, one of the world’s leading sportswear and lifestyle brands, is looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join its finance team in Manchester. In this role, you will support daily financial operations, including invoice processing, reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and supplier statement reviews.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial backbone of a global brand while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Job Responsibilities

Process stock, non-stock, and sample invoices, ensuring correct coding and approval

Upload non-stock invoices onto internal approval systems and chase approvals from budget holders

Complete intercompany recharges and reconcile relevant accounts

Obtain intercompany balance confirmations, investigate differences, and coordinate with partners across the group

Support with ad hoc bank reconciliations, payment processing, and cash flow forecasting

Reconcile supplier statements at month-end, resolving mismatches and invoice/payment issues

Handle employee expense claims in compliance with VAT and company policy

Respond to internal and external queries related to accounts payable and finance

Requirements

• Previous experience in finance, accounting, or accounts payable roles
• Strong Excel skills and overall IT literacy
• Numeracy, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, able to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers
• Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work with initiative

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Access to over 23,000 online courses, training, and language learning programs
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Employee wellbeing programs, including sports classes, health checks, and ergonomic support
• Discounts on PUMA products and partner brands
• Inclusion in PUMA’s global DEI and sustainability initiatives
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