Accounts Payable Manager

Reed Finance is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchase ledger professional to take ownership of a busy Accounts Payable function, leading a small team while driving process improvements and maintaining strong supplier relationships. The position would suit a proactive Accounts Payable professional with previous management experience who enjoys improving processes, developing teams, and working within a fast-paced finance environment. Duties Include: • Supervise and support the day-to-day activities of the Accounts Payable team, ensuring high levels of accuracy and efficiency • Oversee the processing of supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding, authorisation, and system entry • Monitor invoice matching processes, ensuring alignment with purchase orders and supporting documentation • Manage supplier payments, ensuring settlements are made accurately and within agreed terms • Review supplier account reconciliations and resolve outstanding queries to maintain ledger integrity • Assist with month-end activities, ensuring reconciliations and reporting deadlines are achieved • Prepare payment forecasts and support cash flow planning activities • Analyse supplier spend and produce management information to support decision-making • Lead process improvement initiatives, including system enhancements and automation projects • Monitor team performance against key metrics and deliver coaching and development support • Work closely with internal stakeholders to strengthen purchasing and payment processes across the business • Ensure compliance with company controls, VAT requirements, and expense policies Requirements: • Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger leadership role • Proven ability to manage, train, and develop finance team members • Strong understanding of end-to-end purchase-to-pay processes • Experience managing supplier reconciliations, payment runs, and query resolution • Good understanding of VAT requirements and financial controls • Experience using ERP or integrated finance systems • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities • Process improvement mindset with experience identifying and implementing efficiencies The Business: Our client is a respected organisation with a strong reputation in its sector and a commitment to operational excellence. With continued investment in systems, people, and process improvement, they offer a collaborative and supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas and drive positive change. Salary & Benefits: • Salary up to £45,000 per annum • Hybrid working arrangement • Generous holiday entitlement • Company pension scheme • Ongoing learning and development opportunities • Supportive and collaborative team environment • Additional employee benefits package I'm keen to speak with experienced Accounts Payable professionals who are looking to take the next step in their career within a reputable and forward-thinking organisation. If the above sounds like you, please submit your updated CV.