Accounts Payable Manager

Michael Page; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in Liverpool is seeking an Accounts Payable Team Manager to oversee the accounts payable function. This role requires strong organisational and leadership skills to manage a team effectively and ensure compliance with policies. The successful candidate will lead process improvements and automation while collaborating with other departments. Benefits include 30 days of holiday, a 35-hour workweek, and a flexible working arrangement.

Benefits

30 days of holiday leave plus 8 bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong background in accounts payable management.
• Experience in shared services or medium - large not for profit organisations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and financial systems.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts payable function and ensure compliance.
• Oversee accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Maintain vendor relationships and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor and improve accounts payable processes.
• Supervise and mentor the accounts payable team.
• Ensure accurate reporting and reconciliation of accounts payable data.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance efficiency.
• Support audits and adhere to financial regulations.

Skills

Accounts payable management

Organisational skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

Accounting software

Financial systems

Job description

The Accounts Payable Team Manager will oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments. This role is based in Liverpool and requires strong organisational skills to manage a team effectively.

Client Details

This is a well-established organisation known for its commitment to delivering excellence in its field. The company operates at a medium scale and provides a supportive work environment with a focus on professional development.

This role you will lead on process improvements and automation, shape policies and procedures, and drive tech innovation including a system upgrade with reporting.

Description

• Manage the accounts payable function, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and resolve any payment discrepancies.
• Monitor and improve accounts payable processes and systems.
• Supervise and mentor the accounts payable team, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Ensure accurate reporting and reconciliation of accounts payable data.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance financial efficiency.
• Support audits and ensure adherence to financial regulations and standards.

Profile

A successful Accounts Payable Manager should have:

• A strong background in accounts payable management.
• Experience in shared services or medium - large not for profit organisations is advantageous
• Proficiency with accounting software and financial systems.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills to manage a team effectively.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Offer

• 30 days of holiday leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• 35-hour workweek, supporting work-life balance.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements, with 2 to 3 days in the office

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation in Liverpool. If you are a skilled Accounts Payable Team Leader with experience managing large volume of invoices we encourage you to apply today!