Purchase Ledger Manager
9 hours ago
Powered by industry-leading Metro technology, Metro deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals.
At Metro, its our innovative technologies, pushing of boundaries, and most importantly, our employees that sets us apart. We are proud to say we have been voted a Great Place to Work by our employees in recognition of the positive ethos we have created across all of our locations.
Are you ready to take on a pivotal management role within a fast-paced, innovative logistics company? As our Purchase Ledger Manager, you will be at the heart of our financial operations, driving efficiency, ensuring accuracy, and fostering vital relationships with stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to lead a core team, implement impactful process improvements, and influence the financial health of a successful business.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Mastering Financial Operations
Lead the accounts payable process, ensuring seamless invoice processing, payments, and account reconciliations.
Manage a global back-office team, collaborating across borders for operational excellence.
Building Vendor Relationships
Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with vendors, ensuring timely resolutions to queries and fostering trust and collaboration.
Delivering Insightful Reporting
Produce and present financial reports that inform decision-making and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Driving Innovation
Identify opportunities for process improvements to optimize efficiency and accuracy in the accounts payable function.
Ensuring Compliance and Control
Uphold company policies and conduct audits to mitigate risks and resolve discrepancies effectively.
Inspiring Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts payable team, creating a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence.
Strengthening Stakeholder Collaboration
Engage with senior leaders and stakeholders through regular updates on operations, team performance, and strategic initiatives.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience: At least 5 years in accounts payable, with 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial capacity, preferably in logistics or transportation.
Skills:
- Deep understanding of accounting principles and processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills to work effectively with teams, vendors, and senior management.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and schedules, including occasional overtime or weekend work.
Why choose Metro?
- Competitive salary including a bonus paid twice a year
- Access to our benefits, discounts and wellness platform including offers on gym memberships, a wide range of restaurants, retail and much more.
- Health cash plan.
- Octopus Electric Vehicle car scheme.
- Respectful working environment.
- Plenty of opportunities for training and development
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