Accounts Payable Manager

REISS; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead their finance team. This pivotal role involves overseeing the full cycle of accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in financial operations. You will manage a dynamic team, collaborate with various departments, and drive continuous improvements in the accounts payable function. If you have a strong background in accounts payable and are passionate about fostering team development, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for your career growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Pension

Generous Employee Discount

Company Bonus Scheme

Health & Wellbeing Perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing accounts payable processes and teams.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounts payable team, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize discrepancies in stock-related transactions.

Skills

Accounts Payable Management

Team Leadership

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

Accountancy Qualification (ACA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

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What's the role about?

We are looking for an experienced and driven Accounts Payable Manager to lead our accounts team, overseeing the full cycle of accounts payable processes. This role is pivotal in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in the recording, processing, and payment of stock-related transactions. As a key member of the finance department, you will play a critical role in maintaining smooth financial operations while managing a dynamic team.

Who you are

• In-depth expertise in accounts payable, with a proven track record in managing and developing a high-performing team. You are skilled in delegating tasks and ensuring operational efficiency.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with both internal teams and external vendors.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with experience in mentoring and developing staff to reach their full potential.
• Experience within the retail sector and qualification as an accountant (ACA or equivalent) would be highly beneficial.
• Exceptional time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Problem-solving mindset, capable of proactively identifying issues and implementing solutions in a timely manner.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and manage the accounts payable team, ensuring the timely and efficient processing of invoices, payments, and vendor inquiries, while maintaining accurate and up-to-date vendor information.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including logistics and stock departments, to ensure stock purchase orders, receipts, and invoices are correctly matched and processed, thereby minimising discrepancies.
• Work closely with auditors during both internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations related to stock-related payables and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting standards, and legal requirements in all accounts payable activities, maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. Prepare and review monthly accounts payable reports for senior management.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including the reconciliation of accounts payable ledgers, accruals, and reporting of expenses, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Develop and implement best practices for the accounts payable function, driving continuous improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and overall team performance.
• Supervise, mentor, and train the accounts payable team, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances team productivity and job satisfaction.
• Implement process improvements, leveraging your knowledge and expertise to streamline workflows and optimise the accounts payable cycle.

What we'll do for you

• Provide you with a competitive salary
• Company pension
• Generous employee discount
• Company bonus scheme
• Health & Wellbeing perks
• Plus more

If you want to start your story at Reiss as our Accounts Payable Manager, don't miss out - apply now!

#WeAreReiss

We recognise the importance and power of diversity within our business and, as such, we ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all candidates.

It is our pledge that candidates will not be discriminated against on the grounds of gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, religious or similar belief. Every individual will be treated with respect.

We know that some people won't apply for a role unless they feel they meet all of the requirements listed. We want you to know that finding people who will add to our inspirational culture and have a learning mindset is incredibly important to us. Even if you feel you don't tick all the boxes, we'd still like to hear from you.