Accounts Payable Manager

Robert Walters UK; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a knowledgeable Accounts Payable Manager to lead their dynamic team in Luton. This fulltime office-based role offers an exciting opportunity to manage the accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations. You will oversee the department, develop systems, and provide crucial financial reports. The company prides itself on an inclusive culture, offering flexible working opportunities, generous benefits, and a commitment to employee growth through training. Join a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter and make a significant impact on the company's success.

Benefits

33 days leave including bank holidays

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay

24hr online GP access

Mental health and wellness support

Two paid volunteering days annually

250+ perks and exclusive deals

Training and development opportunities

Annual awards programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing accounts payable or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire accounts payable department and ensure adherence to guidelines.
• Provide monthly financial and management reports and ensure timely processing.

Skills

Accounts Payable Management

Accounting Principles

Data Analysis

Forecasting Methods

Organisational Skills

Leadership Abilities

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

A fulltime office based role with our client seeking a knowledgeable and dependable Accounts Payable Manager to join their team in Luton. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage the accounts payable function within a dynamic and supportive environment. The successful candidate will have the chance to make a significant impact on the company's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all transactions.

What you'll do:

• Manage and oversee the entire accounts payable department
• Develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures, and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines
• Provide monthly financial and management reports
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, purchase orders, petty cash, core employee expense reports, cash control, core payroll processing and total corporate payroll tax compliance
• Manage monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information
• Assess, recommend and implement improvements to the accounts payable process

What you bring:

• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Manager or similar role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Experience with data analysis and forecasting methods
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software
• Excellent organisational skills
• Strong leadership abilities

What sets this company apart:

This company prides itself on its inclusive work culture that values every employee's contribution. They offer flexible working opportunities along with generous pensions contributions. They are committed to providing training opportunities for their employees to foster growth leadership. Their supportive leadership style encourages collaboration and mutual respect among all team members.

Benefits:

• 33 days leave including bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay
• 24hr online GP access as well as mental health, wellness, financial and legal support
• Two paid volunteering days annually - from beach cleans to supporting your local community. You choose...
• More than 250 perks and hundreds of exclusive deals and discounts
• Lots of training, development & apprenticeship opportunities to grow and progress your career
• All year-round recognition and annual awards programme to thank our shining stars

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.