Accounts Payable Manager

TN United Kingdom; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee financial processes, ensure compliance, and drive improvements while fostering a collaborative work environment. With a focus on team development and performance optimization, you will play a crucial role in managing accounts payable functions, conducting audits, and enhancing operational efficiencies. This opportunity offers a flexible hybrid working setup and a range of attractive benefits, making it an ideal position for a motivated individual eager to make a significant impact in the media sector.

Benefits

Flexible working

33 paid holiday days

Company Pension Scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Travel/season ticket loans

Charity volunteer days

Qualifications

• Strong team management skills and a people-oriented approach.
• Confidence in Excel reporting and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing Accounts Payable team.
• Oversee month-end reconciliations and ensure compliance with SOX controls.
• Engage in process improvement projects and foster business partnerships.

Skills

Team Management

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Excel Reporting

Tools

Excel

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Clear Channel UK is one of the leading Out of Home media owners, with more than 40,000 advertising sites in our portfolio. Our talented team of over 650 people work in 14 locations across the country, creating and delivering some of the most memorable advertising campaigns in the UK.

Our mission is To Create the Future of Media, transforming our estate to the benefit of all our stakeholders, through data-driven innovations and infrastructure.

We are on the lookout for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager role overseeing a team of 8 employees (3 direct reports and 5 indirect reports). Main responsibilities will be to provide timely and accurate reporting, monitor performance, and drive improvements to systems and controls, whilst continuing to support and develop the team.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. Lead and develop a high-performing team through effective management, support, and opportunities for growth.
2. Optimize team performance with strategic resource planning.
3. Conduct regular reviews, investigations, and resolutions for Accounts Payable tickets.
4. Oversee month-end reconciliations and generate insightful commentary on monthly KPI reports.
5. Manage various financial aspects, including PO exceptions, cashflow submissions, and comprehensive bi-annual payment reports.
6. Take ownership of SOX controls for finance processes and ensure compliance.
7. Conduct CIS review and approval.
8. Play a key role in audits, collaborating closely with auditors and providing necessary documentation.
9. Address insurance claims and ensure accurate and timely resolutions.
10. Provide backup support for team leaders, approve payment runs, and handle PO price mismatch approvals.
11. Engage in process improvement projects and foster effective business partnering.

We are looking for someone…

1. With strong team management skills & a people person
2. Who is enthusiastic to drive positive changes and improve performance
3. Who is confident with excel reporting and analysing data and statistics
4. Who can demonstrate strong planning and problem-solving skills

Nice to have:

1. Strong team management skills with a passion for fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
2. Enthusiastic about driving positive changes and improving team performance.
3. Proficient in Excel reporting and adept at analysing data and statistics.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible working and a hybrid setup that gives you the freedom to have your work-life balance!
• Enjoy 33 paid holiday days, including those needed bank holidays!
• Company Pension Scheme contribution of up to 8%.
• Stay healthy with our Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Insurance and group income protection scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enjoy travel/season ticket loans and exclusive discounts from hundreds of retailers
• Make a difference with our charity volunteer days.

At Clear Channel, we are committed to treating everyone with fairness and respect, regardless of their race, gender, age, ethnicity, background, sexual orientation, disability, or any other differences. We work hard to foster an inclusive environment, a place you can be yourself. We support reasonable adjustment requests from candidates and employees. If you're interested in joining us to shape the future of out-of-home media, we'd love to hear from you.