Accounts Payable Manager: Lead Change & Growth (Temp→Perm)

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes); Northampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes) is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead an AP team in a busy finance function in Wellingborough. The role focuses on hands‑on management, process improvements and strong controls to support a finance transformation agenda.

The right candidate will bring proven high‑volume AP experience, people leadership and a proactive approach to delivering accurate, timely payments and enhanced supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a busy, high‑volume AP function.
• Strong people management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience supporting business transformation, systems improvements or process change.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with the confidence to challenge existing ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and timely processing.
• Lead, support and develop the AP team, maintaining high standards of performance.
• Review existing processes, identify inefficiencies and implement improvements.
• Support wider finance transformation initiatives, including systems and process changes.
• Manage supplier relationships, resolve complex queries and ensure effective payment controls.
• Work closely with senior finance stakeholders to drive improvements across the function.
• Ensure robust controls, reconciliations and reporting procedures are maintained.

Job description

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes) is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead an AP team in a busy finance function in Wellingborough. The role focuses on hands‑on management, process improvements and strong controls to support a finance transformation agenda.

The right candidate will bring proven high‑volume AP experience, people leadership and a proactive approach to delivering accurate, timely payments and enhanced supplier relationships.