Accounts Payable Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected construction contractor is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager in Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will manage the accounts payable operations, ensure compliance with financial controls, and drive efficiency improvements. Responsibilities include supervising the accounts payable team, processing vendor invoices, and collaborating with other departments for effective expense management. Strong leadership and financial skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable management and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance.
• Ability to analyze cash flow and manage outgoing payments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable operations.
• Supervise and mentor the accounts payable team.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Collaborate with Procurement for effective vendor management.
• Identify opportunities for business process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Financial controls

Process improvement

Vendor management

Cash flow analysis

Job description

I am partnering with a respected multi-discipline construction contractor to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Manager. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys leading a team and can drive efficiency across AP processes. You will oversee the full Accounts Payable function, ensure robust financial controls and support continuous improvement across the procure-to-pay cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment runs.
• Supervise and manage the accounts payable team and T&E, including hands on training, and mentoring
• Ensure all vendor invoices are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with internal policies.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes related to AP, including reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Procurement and department heads to maintain effective vendor management and expense tracking
• Manage/assist in implementing new Procure-To-Pay policies and procedures. Identify opportunities for business process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of new procedures, including system integrations.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and analysis related to outgoing payments
• Perform ad hoc projects as assigned and assist on projects with various finance team members.