Accounts Payable Manager | Creative Design Scaleup | London / Hybrid

Harmonic Finance™ | Certified B Corp

England

Hybrid

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Central London office

Inclusive culture

Job summary

A creative design scaleup based in Central London is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager. This mid-senior level role involves leading a team of four and overseeing the AP function across multiple entities. Candidates should have over 5 years of team management experience and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The company values strong communication skills and attention to detail while implementing innovative processes. This position offers a hybrid work model with potential for significant professional growth.

Qualifications

5+ years of team management experience.
Strong attention to detail in high-volume environments.
Ability to motivate and upskill teams.
Excellent communication with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

Lead and coach a team of four AP Assistants.
Establish KPIs and conduct performance reviews.
Take ownership of the Accounts Payable function.
Implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
Oversee supplier invoice processing and payment runs.
Manage the AP month-end close, including ledger reviews and reconciliations.
Monitor supplier accounts, ensuring statement reviews and resolution of aged items.
Collaborate with project and operational teams to ensure accurate PO alignment and approval workflows.
Establish and maintain strong internal controls across all AP procedures.
Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts linked to AP activity.
Oversee staff expenses and ensure corporate credit card transactions are accurately reconciled.
Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external suppliers on AP-related queries.
Assist the Finance Manager with audit readiness and contribute to year-end reporting activities.

Skills

Team management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Process improvements

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager | Creative Design Scaleup | London / Hybrid

Harmonic Finance™ | Certified B Corp provided pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Accounts Payable Manager | Creative Design Scaleup | London / Hybrid

Harmonic are proud to have been engaged exclusively by a creative design scaleup growing 25% YOY in their search for an AP Manager. Strong people management experience is essential, as well as an individual who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The Client

This role joins a business which has experienced 25% year-on-year growth, seeing turnover exceed £70m whilst delivering sustainable products and services. We are looking for an experienced AP professional with excellent managerial and stakeholder management skills, as well as an enthusiastic team-player who loves fast-paced, high volume AP environments.

The business are recognised for their inclusive, down-to-earth culture. With beautifully designed offices in Central London, the team are highly collaborative, enjoy a sociable atmosphere, and regular involvement in design and industry events. They are viewed as highly entrepreneurial and are very reputable in their space.

The Role

This is a great opportunity for an experienced and technically strong Accounts Payable Manager to take ownership of a high-impact role. You'll lead a team of four, bringing structure, consistency, and clarity to the AP function. We're looking for someone who loves team management, and who can be the face of AP for the wider business. Our client is looking for someone who thrives in transactional finance, enjoys managing people, and brings a calm, methodical approach to balancing multiple priorities.

With significant investment planned across systems and processes, you’ll also play a key role in transforming the purchase-to-pay cycle. There is strong appetite for automation and implementation of new processes, including use of AI, moving payment runs from Excel into NetSuite, redesigning the PO process, and introducing smarter, more insightful reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead, support, and coach a team of four AP Assistants, encouraging their development and performance
Establish KPIs for the team, hold regular 1-on-1 meetings, conduct appraisals and performance reviews
Take full ownership of the Accounts Payable function across multiple entities
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Oversee the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and execution of payment runs
Manage the AP month-end close, including ledger reviews and reconciliations
Monitor supplier accounts, ensuring statement reviews and resolution of aged items
Collaborate with project and operational teams to ensure accurate PO alignment and approval workflows
Establish and maintain strong internal controls across all AP procedures
Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts linked to AP activity
Oversee staff expenses and ensure corporate credit card transactions are accurately reconciled
Act as a key point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external suppliers on AP-related queries
Assist the Finance Manager with audit readiness and contribute to year-end reporting activities

What our client needs to see (essential)

5+ years of team management experience (ideally teams of 5+)
A passion for upskilling and motivating teams
Strong attention to detail and ability to thrive in high volume environments
Excellent communication skills, with a proactive and solution-focused mindset

What our client would like to see (non essential)

Experience using NetSuite
Exposure to multi-entity businesses
Experience in product/stock based industry (retail, ecommerce, beauty, fashion, food & beverage, interiors, furniture)

Location

Central London / Hybrid (3 days in the office after probation)

Start date

ASAP (can be flexible)

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If this looks like a great fit, feel free to email directly - nadine.anderson@harmonicfinance.com

At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

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