Job Description

Senior Accounts Payable Administrator

Stockport (Office-Based)

Competitive Salary

Be part of something bigger. Shape the future of utilities at OCU Group.

Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for process, problem-solving, and people? OCU Group is looking for a

Senior Accounts Payable Administrator

to step into a high-impact role supporting our AP Manager and leading from the front.


In this role, you'll oversee daily AP operations, guide a small team, and take ownership of complex queries, reconciliations, and reporting -- all while helping us transform how we deliver financial excellence across a growing group.

What you'll be doing:

Oversee day-to-day AP activity -- invoice processing, PO matching, and supplier statement recs. Review and authorise payment runs, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Be the go-to expert for complex queries and escalations. Mentor and support AP team members -- helping them grow with you. Strengthen supplier relationships and improve internal collaboration. Lead month-end duties -- accruals, reconciliations, and audit prep. Drive continuous improvement in controls, processes, and systems (D365 F&O is our platform of choice).

What you'll bring:

Solid AP experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Strong Excel skills and working knowledge of accounting systems (D365 F&O experience highly desirable). A sharp eye for detail and a process-improvement mindset. Confidence in supporting, coaching, and mentoring peers. Experience owning the full purchase-to-pay (P2P) lifecycle. A proactive, solutions-focused attitude with a desire to innovate and improve.

Why OCU Group?

We're one of the UK's fastest-growing energy & utilities contractors, leading the charge in energy transition. Backed by private equity and driven by purpose, we're on a mission to build a 3bn business -- and finance is at the heart of that journey.


Join a company that:

Values people-led growth

Invests in innovation and sustainability

Has a bold vision for the future

Ready to lead the AP function and make your mark?

Apply now and let's build something incredible together.