Accounts Payable Manager
4 weeks ago
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(Fully office based) with Flexible working hours
About the Role:We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Manager to join a growing Finance Function. In this role, you will manage Team Leaders, providing direction and support across all areas of Accounts Payable (AP). You will also work closely with senior management to support the execution of key initiatives, process improvements, and system upgrades.
As the AP Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the AP department, ensuring that invoices are processed efficiently and accounts reconciled promptly. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are essential to foster excellent customer service for internal and external stakeholders.
This is a permanent office-based position, with flexible working hours between Monday and Friday. If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
What You’ll Be Doing:- Conduct monthly 1-2-1 sessions with Team Leaders, providing support, coaching, and development.
- Lead regular meetings with Team Leaders to review updates, planning, and performance.
- Ensure record-keeping meets all tax and legal requirements.
- Work with senior managers to communicate and analyse weekly KPIs.
- Drive AP targets, such as reducing debit balances and unallocated payments.
- Review Direct Debit accounts to reduce debit balances.
Stakeholder Communication:
- Liaise with suppliers to resolve any escalated issues.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations and efficient processes.
- Maintain regular communication with Finance Managers from other business areas.
- Drive continuous improvement across the AP function, including systems, processes, training, and development.
- Assist with internal and external audits, and help resolve complex issues.
- Stay up-to-date with relevant tax and regulatory requirements related to supplier invoices.
- Lead efforts to ensure proper governance and controls are in place within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process.
Payments Oversight:
- Review supplier payments to ensure all invoices are fully approved and that all checks are complete before processing.
Performance Monitoring:
- Establish standards and benchmarks for performance, and regularly review performance with Team Leaders and AP staff.
Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
- Previous team management experience
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong customer-focused approach with the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven track record of meeting KPIs and SLAs.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies or gaps in information.
- Ability to adapt to changing business priorities.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Performance-Based Bonus Scheme
- Flexible Working Hours (8am – 10am start, 8-hour working day)
- Access to Apprenticeships and Accredited Qualifications
- Career Development and Progression within a global organisation
- Staff Discounts on qualifying purchases at retail stores
- Employee Discount Card – 10% off at participating stores
- Free Secure Car Parking
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