Accounts Payable Manager

Ardonagh; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Harrogate is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee a team of 6. Responsibilities include managing payments, improving processes, and collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Accounts Payable, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in accounting software like SAP or Oracle. This role offers competitive benefits, including 26 holiday days and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays

Award-winning learning & development

Pension scheme

24-hour Employee Assistance support

Corporate perks including gym discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing an Accounts Payable team.
• Ability to communicate clearly across all mediums.
• Strong skills in vendor management and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable team and ensure high-quality work.
• Develop and implement efficient accounts payable processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve overall performance.

Skills

Experience in Accounts Payable

Leadership and team management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems

Intermediate/advanced MS Excel skills

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Dynamics D365

Job description

Purpose of the Role

This exciting opportunity has arisen for a manager to join our Accounts Payable team supporting the Head of Accounts Payable. You will manage 6 Accounts Payable staff including their training and performance. You will be responsible for ensuring accuracy for all payments within the agreed timeframes and in accordance with Everywhen regulations and policies.

What you will do

This is an overview and not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Collaborating with your line manager, you will develop your own objectives but focus on all of the following:

• Develop and implement efficient accounts payable processes, procedures, and controls to improve productivity and accuracy.
• Review and verify invoices for appropriate documentation, accuracy, and adherence to company policies.
• Manage the accounts payable team, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality work and professional development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Procurement, Facilities & IT, to streamline processes, optimise vendor relationships and improve overall Accounts Payable performance.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts payable ledgers and vendor accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records.
• Management and review of all payments - both AP and non-AP related.
• Support the integration of newly acquired businesses into the central AP operating model.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone who is highly experienced in Accounts Payable, principles, processes and best practice, and has proven experience managing an Accounts Payable team. You will need to be proficient in using accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics D365) and have intermediate/advanced MS Excel skills.

This is an opportunity for a leader focused on developing and motivating their team who can work well under pressure, meet deadlines and be adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. You must be able to communicate clearly and effectively across all mediums, with both internal and external stakeholders. You will need strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to identify and resolve complex issues.

In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family and be joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are:

• Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays

• Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family
• Award-winning learning & development offering and support to obtain professional qualifications to enhance your knowledge and career prospects
• Pension scheme for when you feel it’s time to retire
• 24-hour Employee Assistance support for you and your family’s physical and mental wellbeing
• Corporate perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping, Eyecare vouchers, cycle to work and much more
• One day paid volunteering to give back to our communities
• Ardonagh Community Trust (ACT) - raising funds for charity with donation matching in your local community
• The Spotlight Awards, where we celebrate the best of the Ardonagh Group and all the bright talent across our business.

We offer genuine potential for both personal and professional development, come and be part of our story and help us shape our future. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch.

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Everywhen is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check.

Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. No Agencies please.

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