Accounts Payable Manager – Hybrid, Bonus & Perks

Forge Talent; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym

Industry discounts

Annual bonus

Hybrid working

Free onsite parking

Initial 9 month contract

Job summary

Forge Talent is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead the Indirect Costs team of four clerks. You will ensure accurate invoice processing, strong supplier relationships, and robust internal controls across multi-entity operations.

Role requires prior AP leadership, expertise in P2P and invoice workflows, and a track record of delivering KPI-driven improvements. Hybrid working is offered with onsite parking and industry discounts, starting as a 9-month contract with extension potential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading an Accounts Payable team (3+ members) in indirect spend.
• Subject matter expert in P2P processes, invoice workflows, and controls.
• Exposure to e-invoicing or reporting models (EMEA/global).
• Experience mentoring teammates to maximise skillset.
• Experience in a global, multi-entity environment or Shared Service Centre advantageous.
• Ability to handle high-volume workflows in a fast-moving business.
• Strong analytical skills and KPI monitoring.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proven record of continual improvements and efficiencies.
• Advanced Excel and BI tools; familiarity with ERP systems (D365) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day output of indirect payables, including 1:1s, reviews, and development plans.
• Oversee processing of indirect invoices and credit notes for accuracy.
• Ensure timely responses to queries and effective resolutions.
• Adhere to payment terms, policies, and approval workflows.
• Guide AP team on data analytics and non-PO invoice workflows.
• Maintain internal controls aligned with audit, procurement, and compliance.
• Ensure supplier account setup, onboarding, and periodic reviews.
• Support PO and VAT GL compliance across indirect procurement.
• Oversee month-end tasks including accruals, intercompany postings, and reconciliations.
• Handle escalated queries and ensure timely resolutions.
• Build strong supplier and stakeholder relationships across procurement, finance and operations.
• Partner with procurement to improve supplier terms and streamline buying.
• Oversee invoice and PO workflow systems and resolve issues.
• Produce dashboards and KPIs on productivity, accuracy, ageing, and compliance.
• Drive continual improvements, automations and service-level enhancements.
• Promote standardisation of AP processes across regions and entities.
• Support data migration for ERP transitions.

Skills

Leadership

P2P processes

Invoice workflow tools

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

BI tools

Microsoft D365

Job description

Forge Talent is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead the Indirect Costs team of four clerks. You will ensure accurate invoice processing, strong supplier relationships, and robust internal controls across multi-entity operations.

Role requires prior AP leadership, expertise in P2P and invoice workflows, and a track record of delivering KPI-driven improvements. Hybrid working is offered with onsite parking and industry discounts, starting as a 9-month contract with extension potential.