Purchase Ledger Team Leader

11 hours ago


Syston, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Accounts Payable Leader
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Our client, a rapidly expanding private equity-backed organisation, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Leader to join their finance team. This new position has been created to bring on board a dedicated professional to manage the Accounts Payable function, lead a team of AP Clerks, and drive process improvements.

About the Role
As the Accounts Payable Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the purchase ledger process. Leading a team of AP Clerks, you will handle a high volume of invoices, build strong relationships with suppliers, and support the business in maintaining high standards of efficiency and accuracy. A core focus of the role is team development, ensuring that your team members are continuously growing through mentoring and training.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and mentor a team of Purchase Ledger Clerks, promoting a culture of growth and development.

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, resolving queries and disputes in a timely manner.

Work cross-functionally to support the business’s supplier onboarding processes.

Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

About You
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader with a solid background in accounts payable management. You should thrive in a busy environment and be eager to make a positive impact. If you are passionate about developing people and implementing best practices, this could be an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Requirements:

Proven experience in managing and leading teams within an accounts payable function.

Strong knowledge of purchase ledger processes, ideally in a high-volume setting.

A track record of successfully implementing process improvements.

Strong finance systems expertise and analytical skills.

What’s in it for You?
This role offers a chance to work within a supportive and evolving finance team. You’ll have the opportunity to shape and develop your own team while also expanding your professional skill set as the business continues to grow. The position is full-time and permanent, with a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000. While predominantly office-based, some flexibility around working hours and home working may be available once you are established in the role.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, apply now to take the next step in your career



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