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Accounts Payable Manager

ESR Group Limited

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 50,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager in Glasgow who will oversee the accounts payable function within the finance team. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day processes, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance. This mid-senior level role requires strong AP knowledge and experience in financial reporting.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year plus 10 bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Pension

Death in Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles.
Proven experience managing or supervising an AP function.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the accounts payable team.
Oversee invoice processing and payment runs.
Maintain and develop AP policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Experience in accounts payable

Tools

Accounting or ERP systems

Description

The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function within the finance team. This includes the day-to-day management of AP processes and team members, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company procedures. The role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships, supporting internal controls, and contributing to month-end and year-end close activities.

Lead and manage the accounts payable team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time
Oversee invoice processing, payment runs, and employee expense reimbursements
Maintain and develop AP policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance
Manage vendor relationships and resolve queries or disputes
Conduct regular bank reconciliations and support the month-end close process
Ensure accurate coding and approval of invoices in line with company procedures
Monitor AP metrics and prepare relevant reports (e.g. aged creditors, cash flow)
Support year-end processes and external audit requirements
Identify and implement process improvements across AP activities
Manage performance and development of AP team members, including goal setting and reviews

Requirements

Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles
Proven experience managing or supervising an AP function
Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience using accounting or ERP systems
Ability to analyse financial data and produce reports
Experience with process improvement and implementing best practices
Knowledge of VAT and tax compliance requirements
Previous experience in the property industry (desirable but not essential)

Benefits

Holidays – 25 days per year plus 10 bank holidays and local public holidays in Scotland

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Pension

Death in Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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