Accounts Payable Manager

Role: Accounts Payable Manager
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based
Contract: Full-Time / Permanent

Salary: £36,575 - £47,025 & Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Company: EG Group

About the Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Manager to join our expanding Finance Function! As an AP Manager, you will manage Team Leaders, ensuring direction and support is provided in all areas. You will also provide support to the GPO/Head of P2P in the execution of their duties, so being confident and a good decision-maker is a must! You will also play a key role in the development and implementation of new initiatives, process improvements, and system changes.

The ideal candidate will be determined and organised with excellent leadership skills. You will oversee the Accounts Payable department, ensuring that invoices are processed and accounts reconciled efficiently and promptly, enabling minimal levels of aged transactions. Strong interpersonal abilities are crucial to deliver excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders at various levels.

This is a permanent office-based position; we are flexible with preferred working schedules between Monday-Friday. If you're ready for an opportunity to showcase your skills and take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect role for you!

What you'll be doing:

1. Carrying out monthly 1-2-1's with Team Leaders, ensuring support, coaching, and development are provided.
2. Ensuring appropriate record-keeping to meet tax authority and legal requirements.
3. Regular weekly meetings with Team Leads, including updates/planning and discussion sessions.
4. Working closely with the Reporting Manager and ensuring weekly KPI's are communicated and analysed.
5. Driving Accounts Payable targets, including the reduction of debit balances and unallocated payments.
6. Regular review of all Direct Debit accounts to ensure prompt action to minimise levels of debit balances.
7. Communicating and liaising with suppliers to resolve any escalations as required.
8. Working in cooperation with other departments that can provide information, assistance, and support.
9. Weekly catch-ups and good communication with Finance Managers of different entities.
10. Reviewing monthly statement reconciliations and providing feedback at all levels.
11. Monthly meetings with Finance Manager to review and provide clarity on the Trade Payables position & statement reconciliation variances.
12. Supporting continuous improvement in Accounts Payable, including new systems, processes, training, and upskilling.
13. Assisting the Accounts Payable Function Lead and wider Finance team in resolving more complex queries, including internal audits, external audits, and internal control issues.
14. Ensuring up-to-date knowledge of tax and other regulatory requirements related to suppliers' invoices, and performing audit checks regularly to ensure compliance by AP colleagues.
15. Taking a lead role to ensure appropriate governance and control measures are in place and complied with in relation to P2P activities.
16. Oversight of payments, ensuring that all invoices contained in proposed supplier payments have been fully approved and all checks and controls performed satisfactorily before submission to the next stage of the payment process.
17. Creation of standards and benchmarks to monitor and support performance reporting and reviews, underpinning support and challenge for Team Leaders and Specialist colleagues across the AP department.

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.

What we're looking for:

1. 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience (desirable).
2. Team management experience (desirable).
3. Customer-focused approach.
4. Collaborative approach, able to work with others as part of a team and support the mentoring of colleagues.
5. Effective communicator, both verbal and written.
6. Excellent at prioritising tasks and working to deadlines.
7. Results-driven with a proven record of delivery against KPIs and SLAs.
8. Persistent - sees projects through to completion, persevering even when faced with barriers or obstacles.
9. Detail-oriented - verifies important details, ensuring there are no surprises or gaps in information.
10. Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities.
11. Initiative - Identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it.
12. Excellent attention to detail.
13. Strong organisation skills and effective time management.
14. Good problem-solving abilities.
15. Advanced-level Excel.
16. Language skills (French/German/Dutch/Italian) (desirable).

Why Join EG Group:

• Performance Based Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working hours (8am - 10am start, 8-hour working day)
• Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
• Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
• Up to 15% Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across EG Group retail stores
• ASDA Discount Card - 10% off all ASDA stores
• Free Secure Car Parking
• Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
• Dress Down Fridays
• Prayer and Ablution Facilities
• Work Anniversary Rewards
• Free Eye Test

Who are EG Group?
EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 9 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.