Accounts Payable Manager

Description:

Accounts Payable ManagerFully Remote | UK-Based
Interim to Permanent Opportunity
Immediate Start Available
Salary: Up to £45,000

The OpportunityAn established and rapidly growing professional services business is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join the finance team on an interim-to-permanent basis. This is a fully remote role offering the opportunity to lead a high-performing Accounts Payable function while driving process improvements and supporting continued business growth.

This position would suit a hands-on AP professional with proven management experience, strong systems knowledge, and the ability to lead remote teams within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Accounts Payable function across multiple entities
Oversee a remote Accounts Payable team, including team development, workload management and performance monitoring
Ensure timely and accurate processing of high-volume supplier invoices
Maintain supplier ledgers and oversee regular statement reconciliations
Review and approve transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls
Manage supplier relationships and resolve complex queries and escalations
Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to increase efficiency
Oversee payment run preparation and approval processes
Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve team performance
Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to strengthen financial controls and streamline processes
Support continuous improvement projects across the wider finance functionSkills & Experience Required

Previous experience managing an Accounts Payable team
Demonstrable experience leading remote teams
Strong background in high-volume invoice processing environments
Experience of supplier ledger management and reconciliations
Familiarity with automated invoice approval workflows
Strong systems experience, ideally including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar accounting software
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Excellent organisational and time management abilities
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Process improvement and problem-solving mindsetDesirable Experience

NetSuite or ERP system exposure
Multi-entity accounts payable experience
Payment run management
Creditor reporting and analysis
Shared service or outsourced finance environment experience
Relevant accounting qualifications or certificationsWhat's on Offer?

Immediate start available
Fully remote working arrangement
Opportunity to secure a permanent position
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Career development opportunities
Competitive salary of up to £45,000
Autonomy to make a real impact on processes and performanceIf you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next challenge and are available at short notice, we would be keen to hear from you.

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