Why should you apply?
This is an opportunity to step into a people leadership role within a busy and evolving Accounts Payable function. The position offers a blend of day-to-day team management, process ownership and stakeholder engagement within a structured finance environment.
You will work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key role in driving service levels, improving workflows and ensuring strong controls across the payable cycle. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading a team, solving problems and creating efficient processes in a high-volume setting.
Who should apply?
This role will suit a strong Accounts Payable professional with previous supervisory or team lead experience and a hands‑on approach. Ideal backgrounds include:
5+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable, with prior people management or team lead exposure
Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes, controls and supplier management
Experience working in medium to high‑volume invoice environments
ERP systems experience within manufacturing or product‑led environments advantageous
Proven ability to improve processes and drive team efficiencies
Strong reconciliation and problem‑solving skills
Comfortable managing day‑to‑day operations while remaining hands‑on
Strong communicator with the ability to build relationships across the business
Role and Reporting Lines
Reporting to the Head of Accounts Payable / Finance Manager, this role will oversee a team and support delivery of an efficient AP function:
Team Leadership – Manage day‑to‑day workload, priorities and performance of the AP team
Invoice Processing – Oversee timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices
Query Resolution – Support escalated supplier and internal stakeholder queries
Controls & Compliance – Ensure approvals, coding and payment controls are followed
Payment Runs – Coordinate weekly and monthly supplier payment cycles
Reconciliations – Review supplier statement reconciliations and aged balances
Process Improvement – Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance controls
Systems – Support ongoing finance systems improvements and automation initiatives
Stakeholder Management – Build strong relationships with operations, procurement and finance teams
Interested in this position?
To apply, please submit your CV to Emma Murphy, who is managing this assignment, via the link below.
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