P2P Analyst

Position: P2P Analyst (Permanent)
Location: Trafford

Axon Moore are delighted to be recruiting for a newly created P2P Analyst position within a forward-thinking organisation that is building a focused and high-performing P2P function. This is a specialist role within the Purchase to Pay team, with a clear emphasis on payments, reconciliations and query resolution.

This is a genuinely different opportunity within Accounts Payable…There is NO invoice processing in this role!

Instead, this position is fully focused on:
High-volume, complex supplier reconciliations, Query resolution, Direct Debit management, Process improvement across the P2P function. This role would suit an experienced AP professional who really enjoys the investigative, analytical and problem solving side of P2P.

The business is keen to meet forward thinking individuals who:
Challenge existing processes, speak up when they see a better way of working, take ownership and drive improvements, are passionate & proud about their work.

Location:

West Manchester + Hybrid + Flexibility
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000

Key Responsibilities

Perform accurate, timely and complete reconciliations of high-volume supplier accounts
Take full ownership of assigned ledgers, minimising anomalies and aged items
Act as the primary point of contact for supplier queries, resolving discrepancies efficiently
Investigate and resolve disputes relating to invoices, payments and credit notes
Manage, monitor and control Direct Debit arrangements
Clear aged items on the payables subledger and support cost accrual processes
Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve payment and terms-related issues
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies and regulatory requirements
Assist the Senior P2P Analyst with process improvements and workflow optimisation
Provide guidance to junior team members and deputise where required
Person Specification

Minimum 3 years’ experience within a similar P2P / Accounts Payable role
Proven experience managing complex reconciliations, payments and query resolution
SAP experience (highly desirable)
Strong Excel skills (essential)
Experience managing Direct Debit arrangements
Knowledge of VAT
Strong attention to detail with a process improvement mindset
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated P2P professional who enjoys ownership, problem-solving and continuous improvement within a supportive and collaborative finance team.

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