Accounts Payable Manager

Job Title: Accounts Payable SupervisorContract: 6-Month Fixed Term / ContractLocation: South Manchester (Hybrid/Office-Based)Salary: £40,000 or DOE.

Role Overview:We are working with a fast-paced technology business in South Manchester seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor on a 6-month contract. This role will oversee the day-to-day delivery of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing while supporting process improvement and supervising a small AP team.The successful candidate will be hands-on, confident in managing workloads and stakeholders, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, systems-driven environment. Key Responsibilities

Supervise the Accounts Payable team, managing workloads and priorities

Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments

Oversee supplier statement reconciliations and query resolution

Manage weekly and monthly payment runs

Maintain AP controls and ensure compliance with company policies

Support month-end close, including accruals and reporting

Review aged supplier balances and drive clear-down actions

Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders

Support system, process, and efficiency improvements within AP

Assist with audit requests and documentation as required

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience in an Accounts Payable Supervisor / Team Lead role

Strong end-to-end AP knowledge within a medium to large organisation

Experience supervising or mentoring AP staff

Confident with ERP / finance systems (technology or shared-service environments beneficial)

Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills

Experience supporting month-end and audits

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Able to work at pace and quickly adapt in a contract environment

Desirable

Experience within a technology or fast-growth business

Process improvement or transformation exposure

Advanced Excel skills

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