Accounts Payable Manager in Stafford - Adele Carr Recruitment Limited

Adele Carr Recruitment.

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a busy finance team. Managing a team of 4 AP professionals, you will oversee the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring accurate processing, timely payments, strong supplier relationships, and continuous process improvement.

Job Spec:

• Manage, develop and motivate a small Accounts Payable team.
• Provide coaching, training and performance management
• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, expenses and payment runs
• Ensure all payments are made
• Monitor aged creditor balances and ensure outstanding items are investigated and resolved.
• Maintain strong financial controls
• Maintain bank reconciliations and post journals for cash and loan movements.
• Raise occasional manual invoices to third parties and intercompany partners.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and standardise accounts payable processes.
• Lead continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency, accuracy and automation.
• Work closely with Procurement, Operations and other Finance teams to improve end-to-end processes.
• Support the implementation of new systems, tools and best practices.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure service delivery and process effectiveness.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Assist with internal and external audits and provide supporting documentation as required.
• Ensure adherence to VAT requirements and relevant accounting standards.
• Maintain appropriate segregation of duties and control procedures.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

What's on Offer:

· Hybrid working with the opportunity to work from home on Friday

· Supportive and collaborative team environment

· Potential for a permanent position

· Competitive salary and benefits package

Apply now to join a growing business and play a key role in leading the Accounts Payable function.