This role sits within the Finance Operations function and will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Accounts Payable (AP) team, alongside supporting ongoing improvements to processes and systems

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Treasury, the Accounts Payable Team Lead will oversee a small team and ensure the efficient running of the AP function across the business.

The role will involve working with Medius AP automation software, with a focus on improving processes, ensuring consistency across the UK and Netherlands operations, and supporting the wider business in developing a more effective source-to-pay (S2P) approach.

You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate ledgers, overseeing reconciliations and ensuring that payments are processed correctly and in line with deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing, supporting and developing the Accounts Payable Team.
• Ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments and reconciliations.
• Monitoring aged creditors and support regular review processes.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements where appropriate.
• Working with Procurement and Supply Chain to support improvements to the purchase-to-pay cycle.
• Maintaining and strengthening financial controls within the AP function.
• Liaising with Treasury to ensure payments are processed correctly.
• Supporting internal and external audit requirements.
• Contributing to KPI reporting and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Providing general support to the wider finance team as required.

About You

You will have a strong background in Accounts Payable/ Purchase Ledger within a complex organisation.

You will have:

• Previous experience managing or supervising a team.
• Good understanding of AP processes and controls.
• Experience of working with finance systems such as SAP and AP automation tools (Medius preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders.
• A practical and organised approach to problem solving.

This is a solid opportunity for someone looking to take on a team lead role within a busy finance function, with the chance to contribute to ongoing improvements over the course of the contract.

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