Accounts Payable Manager | Interior Design Scaleup | London

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interior design scaleup in London is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager. In this high-impact role, you'll lead a team, manage the AP function, and drive efficiency improvements while contributing to transformative financial operations. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment focused on collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of team management experience.
• Experience overseeing an AP function.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Accounts Payable function.
• Lead and coach a team of AP Assistants.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Solution-focused

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

Job description

Job Description

Accounts Payable Manager | Interior Design Scaleup | London

The Client

Our client is a design-led interiors business with a reputation for excellence across the architecture and interiors sector. Known for their high-quality, innovative product range and long-standing relationships with top-tier designers, they are a go-to name in the industry for both large-scale commercial projects and bespoke fit-outs. The business has revenues over £70M and processes over 15,000 transactions each year. Both are expected to grow in the years to come.

They’re also 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 highly entrepreneurial and are highly reputable in their space.

The Role

This is a fantastic 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, while developing and motivating your team to perform at their best. The business 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 play a key role in transforming the purchase-to-pay cycle. This includes moving payment runs from Excel into NetSuite, redesigning the PO process, and introducing smarter, more insightful reporting. There’s huge scope to innovate — from exploring automation and AI tools to embedding stronger controls and elevating the team’s visibility across the business. If you’re a proactive, hands-on AP leader who’s excited by change and passionate about building a best-in-class function, this could be the ideal next step.

Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of the Accounts Payable function across multiple entities
• Lead, support, and coach a team of AP Assistants, encouraging their development and performance
• 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

Essential criteria:

• 5+ years of team management experience
• Experience overseeing and managing an AP function
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines
• Excellent Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills, with a proactive and solution-focused mindset

Desirable criteria:

• Experience using NetSuite
• Product-based business experience
• Exposure to multi-entity businesses

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + company benefits

Location: Central London (3 days in the office after probation)

Start date: Flexible

If this role is of interest, please apply online. Due to the high volume of applications we are receiving, if you have not heard back from us, please assume your application was unfortunately unsuccessful on this occasion.

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