Accounts Payable Manager

Reed; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful sector work

Professional development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Reed is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager in Sittingbourne to lead the AP team and streamline the payment cycle within a 12-month FTC. You will oversee invoice processing, vendor relationships, and month-end close, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive AP knowledge, and proficiency with accounting software. A meaningful sector role in a charitable housing provider offers professional development and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading an accounts payable function in a non-profit or housing sector equivalent.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and AP processes.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Develop and implement efficient accounts payable processes and policies.
• Manage monthly closing of financial records and posting of month-end information; ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Provide training, guidance, and leadership to accounts payable staff.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to reduce costs.
• Prepare and present reports on accounts payable performance and metrics.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve integration and efficiency of financial operations.

Skills

Accounts payable management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Month-end close

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager

• Annual Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
• Location: Sittingbourne
• Job Type: Full-time, 12-month FTC

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a non-profit housing provider based in Sittingbourne. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract where you will be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable team and ensuring efficient management of the payment cycle.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee and manage the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Develop and implement efficient accounts payable processes and policies.
• Manage monthly closing of financial records and posting of month-end information; ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Provide training, guidance, and leadership to accounts payable staff.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to reduce costs.
• Prepare and present reports on accounts payable performance and metrics.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve integration and efficiency of financial operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Manager, ideally within a non-profit or housing sector.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in team management.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and systems.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £50,000 to £60,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work in a meaningful sector contributing to community services.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.