Accounts Payable Manager

TN United Kingdom; Lichfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager for a permanent hybrid role in Lichfield. This position offers a chance to lead a finance team in a financially stable environment, contributing to a company recognized for its excellent workplace culture. The role involves overseeing the purchase ledger, managing invoices, and supporting audits while ensuring accuracy in financial processes. With a commitment to employee development through training programs and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity promises a rewarding career path for the right candidate.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Non-contributory private healthcare

Generous contributory pension scheme

Life insurance at three times salary

Employee assistance program

Staff purchase scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in purchase ledger and cash book management.
• Experience with payroll and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily team tasks and manage month-end procedures.
• Process high volumes of purchase invoices and resolve queries.

Skills

Purchase Ledger Management

Cash Book Management

Payroll Experience

Problem Solving

Education

GCSE Maths and English grades A*-C

Tools

Sage 50

QuickBooks

ERP Systems

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Manager

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Manager for a permanent, hybrid role based in Lichfield.

About Our Client

Our client is a market leader in their sector, having doubled in size over the past decade. They have invested £35 million in a new manufacturing hub opening in 2025. Recognized as 'Very Good to Work for' by Best Companies, they are looking for a skilled Purchase Ledger Manager to join their finance team and contribute to their ongoing success.

Job Responsibilities

1. Coordinate daily team tasks
2. Drive improvements in the purchase-to-pay system
3. Manage month-end and year-end procedures
4. Support annual audits
5. Prepare management reports as required
6. Process high volumes of purchase invoices accurately
7. Proactively resolve invoice and payment queries
8. Code direct purchase ledger invoices
9. Reconcile account balances
10. Cover payroll responsibilities when needed
11. Manage various payment requests and queries
12. Ensure payments are made correctly in multiple currencies
13. Reconcile bank accounts
14. Process company expenses and credit cards

Candidate Requirements

• At least 3 years of purchase ledger and cash book experience
• Payroll experience
• Experience with Sage 50, QuickBooks, and ERP systems is advantageous
• Management or supervisory experience is advantageous
• GCSE Maths and English grades A*-C

What We Offer

• A varied and challenging role with a financially stable market leader
• Full-time permanent contract
• Company training programs to develop key skills
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Non-contributory private healthcare and critical illness cover
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Life insurance at three times salary
• Employee assistance program
• Staff purchase scheme - take products home free of charge

We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity to develop a rewarding career as an Accounts Payable Manager in Lichfield.