Job Description

Your new role

Are you a detail oriented finance professional with a passion for accuracy and efficiency? We're looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Senior Administrator to take ownership of our supplier payment process and help keep our financial operations running smoothly.


This is a hybrid role based at our Doncaster Group Support Centre, with 2-3 days a week onsite.


What you'll be doing

In this role, you'll:

Team Leadership & Development:

Lead, train, and mentor a team of administrators, sharing expertise and providing ongoing support to ensure accurate, efficient invoice processing.

Invoice & Payment Management:

Oversee the day-to-day processing of invoices, ensuring aged and unapproved invoices are cleared promptly and regular or ad-hoc supplier and employee expense payments are made within agreed timelines.

Financial Controls:

Clear down the GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) in line with monthly timetables and contribute to period-end reporting requirements.

Reconciliation & Query Resolution:

Reconcile supplier statements, act as the main escalation point for supplier and internal manager queries, and manage timely resolution of discrepancies.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Build strong relationships with approvers and internal stakeholders to streamline and maintain an effective supplier payment process.

Compliance & Process Improvement:

Administer and process colleague expense claims in accordance with company policy, maintain and update standard operating procedures, and conduct regular process reviews to drive efficiency.

Operational Excellence:

Prioritise workload throughout the day to meet payment cut-offs and service-level agreements, and support Accounts Payable Team Leaders with ad-hoc tasks as required.

The role is for you if...

We're looking for experience in:

Excellent Communication:

Clear and confident written and verbal skills, able to collaborate effectively across all levels of the business.

Analytical Mindset:

Strong problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

Time & Deadline Management:

Proven ability to prioritise tasks, remain composed under pressure, and consistently meet tight deadlines.

Organisational Strength:

Self-motivated, adaptable, and highly skilled in planning, organisation, and administration.


Experience & Qualifications

Proven track record in supporting the implementation of new technologies or system upgrades. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace (G Suite), and familiar with Open Accounts or similar finance systems. Background or understanding of finance processes is advantageous.



DFS Benefits
Potential Annual Bonus Scheme: Contribute to our success and get rewarded for it Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us Leave: Enjoy a great holiday allowance, with the option to buy 5 extra days. Take advantage of our enhanced leave for Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption, plus a paid volunteering day each year Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, plus discounts for friends and family - and savings at big brands like Sainsbury's, ASOS, and IKEA Wellbeing Perks: Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships Pension and Savings: Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay

About DFS

We're home to DFS, Sofology, and The Sofa Delivery Company - three distinctive brands with a shared mission to bring great design and comfort into every home, affordably, responsibly, and sustainably.


At DFS Group, everyone plays a part. Whether you're supporting our brands or serving our customers, you're helping shape the future of furniture retail. Each brand has its own identity and creative direction, but we're united by a culture that puts people and purpose at the heart of everything we do.



Everyone Welcome


Across our Group, we're committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from supporting Doncaster Pride and introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail.


We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you