Accounts Payable Team Lead

? Location: Gloucestershire
? Contract: 3-6 months
? Rate: £20 per hour (PAYE)

About the Role

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Team Leader for a 3-6 month contract with a well-established company in Gloucestershire. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in accounts payable, team leadership, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational & Financial Support:
   Assist operational teams with economic analysis and margin calculations for accounting periods.
   Provide key financial data for operational accounting purposes.
   Ensure compliance with Group accounting procedures.
2. Team Leadership & Development:
   Manage and support Accounts Assistants, fostering their professional growth.
   Ensure the team is engaged in operational issues and project work.
   Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture.
3. Accounts Payable Operations:
   Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices/credits.
   Reconcile supplier statements, AP Ledger, and GRNI to resolve discrepancies.
   Oversee weekly payment runs across multiple currencies.
   Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
   Ensure compliance with legal, audit, and internal control requirements.
4. Process Improvement & Technology Integration:
   Identify and implement process improvements.
   Support the integration of new technologies.
   Lead monthly & quarterly review meetings with Financial Controllers/Directors.

Requirements

Essential:
?? Experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting roles.
?? Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
?? Experience working with ERP systems.
?? Strong numerical, planning, and organizational skills.
?? Knowledge of the purchase-to-pay process.
?? Accurate data entry and management skills.
?? People management & coaching experience.
?? Strong analytical skills (numerical, written, statistical).

Desirable:
? Experience with SAP.
? Prior management or leadership experience.
? Background in fast-paced, dynamic finance teams.
? Shared Service Centre experience.
? Process automation or technology implementation experience.
? AAT Accounting Qualification.

Additional Details

? Occasional travel to UK sites may be required.
? Strict adherence to accounting standards & fraud prevention protocols.
? Opportunity to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.

? Immediate start available. Apply now to be part of a dynamic finance team!