Accounts Payable Manager — Lead a High-Impact AP Team

Rutherford Briant Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance increasing

Holiday purchase option

Group pension and life assurance

Free onsite parking

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

Rutherford Briant Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to take ownership of the AP function in a well-established business based near Basildon. You will lead a small team, ensure accurate processing, and manage supplier relationships.

This role requires several years in AP with supervisory experience, strong accounting principles knowledge and advanced Excel skills. A supportive environment with ongoing training and progression opportunities awaits.

Qualifications

• Several years' experience within Accounts Payable, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management position.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and AP processes.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including invoice processing, approvals, payment runs and team management.
• Managing weekly BACS payments across all Group companies and ensuring invoices are processed accurately and within agreed terms.
• Completing month-end routines, reconciliations and reporting, including monthly and quarterly reports for Senior Management.
• Ensuring monthly CIS payments are submitted to HMRC on time and managing Payment Practice reporting.
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and the Supply Chain team, while resolving queries and managing new supplier accounts.
• Reviewing and improving AP processes and procedures, working closely with IT and software support on system issues.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Team management

Excel skills

Financial controls

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Rutherford Briant Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to take ownership of the AP function in a well-established business based near Basildon. You will lead a small team, ensure accurate processing, and manage supplier relationships.

This role requires several years in AP with supervisory experience, strong accounting principles knowledge and advanced Excel skills. A supportive environment with ongoing training and progression opportunities awaits.