Accounts Payable Manager

KennedyPearce Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic fashion brand is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the AP function across two entities. This role involves managing invoice processing, supplier payments, and ensuring compliance with financial controls while supporting process improvements and automation.

Qualifications

• Solid track record in senior accounts payable roles.
• Familiarity with multi-currency processing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process.
• Lead improvements to AP processes and controls.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Multi-currency Processing

Intercompany Accounting

Job description

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About the Company

My client is a dynamic, fast-growing fashion brand known for pushing creative boundaries and fostering an innovative culture. With an annual turnover exceeding £50 million, they are expanding the finance function to support continued growth.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable (AP) Manager to lead the AP function across two business entities, operating within a multi-currency framework. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role will oversee all aspects of the accounts payable cycle—from invoice processing to supplier payments—while ensuring robust controls, timely reporting, and process optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Operations

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process and supervise the AP Assistant.
• Ensure all payments are processed accurately and on time, across multiple currencies.
• Maintain and reconcile aged creditors reports; resolve supplier queries and discrepancies.
• Monitor corporate card usage.
• Ensure correct ledger postings and maintain supplier account accuracy.
• Oversee reconciliation of supplier statements and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Execute wholesale invoicing, credit control, and payment allocation activities.

Process Development & Project Support

• Lead improvements to AP processes and controls; identify automation opportunities.
• Support implementation and testing of invoice management tools and software.
• Maintain supplier master data and enforce proper approval workflows.
• Manage VAT submissions and ensure correct tax treatment.
• Assist in intercompany accounting and reconciliations, including recharges and reporting.
• Play a key role in the month-end close process and timely financial reporting.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with internal financial controls and policies.
• Train and support staff across departments on AP procedures and systems.
• Review existing workflows regularly to identify and mitigate operational risks.

Candidate Profile

Required Skills & Experience

• Solid track record in senior accounts payable roles, ideally in a stock-based business.
• Familiarity with multi-currency processing and intercompany accounting.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Retail and Retail Apparel and Fashion

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