Accounts Payable Manager

A fantastic permanent opportunity for a full time Accounts Payable Manager. Based in Stockport, managing a team of 8.

Client Details

Working for a well established and rapidly growing organisation with a dynamic and fast paced culture.

Description

Team Leadership & People Management

Lead, develop, and manage the AP Payments & Ledger team (6 FTE)

Set clear objectives aligned to KPIs and SLAs and monitor performance effectively

Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, appraisals and team meetings

Payments & Cash Management

Supervise the SSC's weekly supplier payment process in line with agreed procedures and controls

Manage cash flow requirements through effective planning, forecasting and prioritisation of payments

Ensure all supplier payments are processed accurately, authorised appropriately and recorded correctly

Guide the team to deal with payment queries, exceptions and urgent payment requests, including failed payments and reprocessing

Ledger Control & Reconciliations

Investigation of unallocated cash, debit balances, and payment on account items, including requesting refunds where appropriate to agreed SLAs/KPIs

Maintain accuracy and integrity of supplier ledger balances across all entities

Ensure timely resolution of aged, unidentified, or misallocated transactions

Maintain strong control over AP balance sheet integrity and reconciliation accuracy

Ensure CIS compliance and support timely month-end close activities

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

Manage payment-related supplier queries via shared mailboxes, ensuring resolution within SLA/KPI targets

Act as escalation point for complex payment and ledger-related issues

Resolve cross-functional issues in collaboration with other Accounts Payable teams

Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, suppliers regarding payment status and query resolution

Profile

A successful Accounts Payable Manager should have

Proven experience in accounts payable and ledger management within the accounting and finance sector.

Strong knowledge of financial systems and accounting such as SAP and Excel

Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.

Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve departmental goals.

Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

A proven track record of working in a fast paced and high volume AP environment

Job Offer

Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 per annum.

Comprehensive benefits package, including bonus.

Permanent position offering job security and career progression opportunities.

Private healthcare

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Be part of a supportive and friendly team.

If you are a results-driven professional ready to take on this exciting Accounts Payable Manager role, we encourage you to apply today!