Accounts Payable Manager - FTC to June 2026 (3874)

GBG Plc; Chester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP function based in Chester, England. The role involves managing the team, processing supplier invoices, and implementing strategic improvements. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in accounts payable, experience with multi-currency payments, and proficiency in using Medius and SAP Concur.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing an Accounts Payable team.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and management principles.
• Experience with multi-currency payment systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable team and train members.
• Process supplier invoices and maintain financial records.
• Oversee the weekly payment run in accordance with policies.

Skills

Managing an Accounts Payable team

Accounting principles

Multi-currency payment runs

Time management

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Medius

SAP Concur

Job description

Overview

Accounts Payable Manager - FTC to June 2026 (3874) role at GBG Plc. Based from Chester, reporting to the Group Financial Controller within a fast paced and acquisitive organisation.

We are seeking a senior accounts payable professional to lead the AP function, develop the team, and contribute to strategic and financial process improvements.

About the team

Our finance team is central to the success of the business. We drive value through informed decision making and operate with transparent standards, processes and controls. We aim to have highly engaged finance professionals in our team as we grow.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable team
• Train, develop and motivate the team; recognise differences, strengths and wellbeing needs
• Collaboratively set and facilitate achievement of objectives and KPI targets
• Manage the Group Procurement System (Medius)
• Process supplier invoices and obtain necessary approvals; maintain accurate and complete financial records
• Oversee the weekly payment run, ensuring payments are made in line with supplier terms and necessary controls
• Report and review aging purchase ledger, clear debit balances, unallocated payments and payments on hold
• Develop and publish payment statistics, KPI and other metrics
• Oversee new supplier onboarding including credit checks and bank detail verification
• Manage the Group Travel and Expenses system (SAP Concur), ensuring compliance with T&E policy

What we are looking for

• Extensive experience of managing an Accounts Payable team
• Extensive knowledge of accounting and management principles and accounts payable processes
• Experience of multi-currency payment runs
• Experience with Medius (procurement) and SAP Concur (expenses)
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure with good time management
• Confidence to suggest new ideas and listen to stakeholders’ needs

To find out more

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Locations and status

Chester, England, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Additional locations: Northwich, Liverpool, etc. listed on the original posting

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting and Technology
• Information and Media

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