Accounts Payable Manager

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes); Dunstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm in Dunstable seeks an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the complete accounts payable function within a dynamic finance team. The successful candidate will manage a team of six, ensuring seamless invoice processing and supplier payments. A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role and strong leadership skills are essential. Opportunities for career advancement and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Competitive leave packages

Paid volunteering days

Access to wellbeing support

Qualifications

• 3 years experience as an Accounts Payable Manager or Purchase Ledger Manager.
• Strong background in accounts payable and invoicing.
• Confident with finance systems and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage and set up supplier accounts and maintain records.
• Oversee all invoice processing and authorisation.
• Lead and develop the AP team through regular reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Invoice processing

Supplier payment workflows

Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager
Dunstable
Fully On-Site
40,000 - 45,000

This role puts you in charge of the full accounts payable function within a busy finance team. You manage a team of six and keep the AP process running smoothly from invoice processing through to supplier payments. It suits someone confident with purchase ledger work, reconciliations, and supervising a team in a fast-moving finance environment.

Role overview

• Manage and set up supplier accounts and maintain accurate creditor records.
• Oversee all invoice processing, scanning, coding and authorisation.
• Handle supplier statement reconciliations and resolve any payment issues or discrepancies.
• Take ownership of the purchase ledger close each month for reporting deadlines.
• Lead and develop the AP team through regular reviews and clear communication.
• Support finance with ad-hoc reports, analysis and general accounts queries.

What you need

• 3 years Experience as an Accounts Payable Manager or Purchase Ledger Manager.
• A confident leader, able to manage teams effectively
• Strong background in accounts payable, invoice processing and supplier payment workflows.
• Confident with finance systems and Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• A practical, organised approach with the ability to spot errors and solve problems quickly.
• Comfortable working in a growing business with changing priorities.

What's offered

• A growing organisation with opportunities to progress into wider finance leadership roles.
• Competitive leave and enhanced support packages.
• Access to wellbeing support, online GP services and financial guidance.
• Paid volunteering days.
• A broad range of discounts and perks.
• Ongoing training and development to support career growth in finance and accounting.

If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, they can be arranged.