Accounts Payable Manager

Investigo; Southall; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000

Job description

The Opportunity
Our fantastic rapidly growing client is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join their commercially driven Accounts Payable team at their Head Office on the outskirts of Southall.

Hours: 37.5 hours a week - Monday - Friday - Flexible -
Hybrid Working model: 2 or 3 days a week in the office

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage the accounts payable team, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Create, implement, and uphold accounts payable policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance.
• Lead, train, and mentor accounts payable personnel, offering guidance and conducting performance reviews.
• Oversee and reconcile accounts payable transactions to guarantee accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Foster strong vendor relationships and resolve any payment issues or disputes.
• Work closely with finance and accounting teams to ensure precise financial reporting and smooth month-end closing processes.
• Manage the accounts payable aging report and ensure vendors are paid promptly.
• Supervise vendor onboarding, ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with company policies.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounts payable operations.
• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, company policies, and internal controls.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation related to accounts payable.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Preferably a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial or supervisory position.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices in accounts payable.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems, with a preference for Microsoft Dynamics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.

Benefits

• £55,000-£60,000 annual salary
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 5% Contributory Pension scheme
• Family Life assurance of 3 times life cover salary
• Private healthcare scheme from day 1
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Corporate discount scheme focused on wellbeing, including discounted Virgin Active Gym membership and Gymflex
• Taste Card Membership discount
• Discount and cashback at many retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential helpline support
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme for illness and/or conditions requiring treatment
• Employee recognition program
• Employee referral scheme
• Support and access to a range of internal and external courses for career progression

If you have the required experience and skills, this could be a great opportunity for you to join a fantastic team & a growing dynamic business.