Harvey Nichols is looking for a highly organised, accurate and proactive Accounts Payable Administrator to join our Finance team at Head Office – the home of modern luxury, innovation and world-class retail. If you’re detail-driven, thrive in a structured environment and enjoy keeping processes running smoothly behind the scenes, this could be the perfect next step in your finance career.
About the Role
As an Accounts Payable Administrator, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, you’ll help maintain strong financial controls and support the smooth operation of the wider business.
In this role, you will:
- Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring correct coding and authorisation.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
- Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
- Prepare and process payment runs in line with agreed terms and deadlines.
- Handle supplier queries professionally, resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate variances.
- Post and allocate payments, credit notes and debit notes within the finance system.
- Support month-end close processes, including accruals and reporting where required.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements and company policies.
- Liaise with Buying, Merchandising and other departments to resolve invoice and payment queries.
- Maintain accurate filing and documentation for audit purposes.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and support system enhancements where appropriate.
Is This You?
We’re looking for someone methodical, reliable and confident working with numbers in a fast-paced environment.
- Do you have previous experience in an Accounts Payable or finance administration role?
- Are you highly accurate with strong attention to detail?
- Are you confident working with finance systems and Excel?
- Can you manage high volumes of work and meet deadlines consistently?
- Do you have strong communication skills and enjoy working collaboratively?
- Are you proactive, organised and able to problem-solve effectively?
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
How We Reward Your Hard Work
At Harvey Nichols, we recognise the importance of our Finance team and are committed to supporting your development. You’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to reward and support you:
- Up to 40% off fashion and hospitality
- 30% off beauty and perfumery
- Clothing allowance
- Opportunities for progression within Finance and across the wider business
- Access to training and development within a leading luxury retail organisation
Where Do I Sign?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and join an iconic luxury retailer, click Apply and begin your journey with us at Harvey Nichols, Knightsbridge.
