Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager
Permanent
£50,000 - £60,000, plus bonus & benefits
Tamworth
Hybrid, 2 days in office

Hamilton Woods Associates is recruiting for a great business in Tamworth that is looking to strengthen its finance team through the addition of an Accounts Payable Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an AP Manager with strong detail of Coupa Software to take ownership of a critical finance function, drive improvements, and play a key role in the company's success.

Role Profile:

1. Oversee the entire Accounts Payable function.
2. Manage bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
3. Process and oversee high-value payments to suppliers, employees, and customers.
4. Maintain and update the internal cash flow forecast.
5. Handle intercompany journals and adjustments.
6. Support audit preparation and compliance reporting.
7. Ensure accurate supplier account setup and verification checks.
8. Resolve debit balances and ensure timely payment processing.
9. Lead payment practices reporting and compliance initiatives.
10. Work closely with cross-functional teams on system upgrades and business transformation projects.
11. Support treasury activities, including bank transfers, during transition periods.
12. Ensure expense processing and full month-end reconciliations.
13. Monitor KPIs and SLAs, driving continuous improvement.
14. Oversee direct debits, supplier queries, and weekly payment runs.
15. Collaborate with finance and AR teams for customer payment processing.
16. Lead and mentor the AP team, conducting regular 1-2-1s and performance reviews.

Role Requirements:

1. ACCA/ACA/CIMA/QBE or equivalent.
2. Must have Coupa system experience (implementation or worked with).
3. Extensive experience in Accounts Payable management within a high-volume environment.
4. Strong understanding of bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and payment processes.
5. Proven ability to lead process improvements and system transformation projects.
6. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
7. Hands-on experience managing large-scale transactions and supplier relationships.
8. Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

If you would like to apply for the role, please send your CV to (url removed).