Accounts Payable Manager - long term contract

Michael Page Finance; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start times

Hybrid work

Professional development

Additional holidays sale/buy

Job summary

Michael Page Finance in Warrington is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager. The role combines hands-on AP leadership with oversight of cash flow forecasting and bank reconciliations, supporting a transformation-driven finance function.

You will manage a team, ensure timely invoice processing, and build strong vendor relationships while driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with policies and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong background in accounting or finance, especially AP management.
• Experience with cash flow forecasting and treasury activities.
• Proven ability to lead a small finance team and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts payable function and ensure policy compliance.
• Oversee cash and banking, including forecasts and bank reconciliations.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices and payments within deadlines.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Monitor and improve AP processes and systems.
• Train and develop the AP team to meet KPIs and foster collaboration.
• Ensure accurate AP reporting and data reconciliation.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve financial efficiency.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Cash Management

Team Leadership

Stakeholder liaison

Financial reporting

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Payable Manager

Warrington

Permanent/ Full time

Hybrid/ flexible working / condensed hours

£40,000 - £45,000

Long term contract, on going

Client Details

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a medium - large values-led organisation undergoing significant transformation and growth.

Reporting into the senior finance leadership team, you will lead the Accounts function, ensuring efficient processes delivering and a high-quality service to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll play a key role in driving continuous improvement, enhancing financial systems, and supporting the organisation's wider financial objectives.

In return you will be part of a family friendly organisation who will offer a competitive flexible benefit package.

Description

• Manage the accounts payable function, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
• Oversee the cash and banking function including cash flow forecasting and bank reconciliations
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments and authorisations are made on time with strict deadlines
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and resolve any payment discrepancies
• Monitor and improve accounts payable processes and systems
• Train and develop the accounts payable team ensuring KPIS and met and fostering a collaborative work environment
• Ensure accurate reporting and reconciliation of accounts payable data
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance financial efficiency.
• Support audits and ensure adherence to financial regulations and standards.

Profile

• A strong background in accounting or finance, particularly in accounts payable management
• Cash management or treasury experience
• Experience Managing a team of transactional finance staff
• Experience in shared services or not for profit is advantageous
• Proficiency with accounting software and financial systems.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills to manage a team effectively.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Offer

• 1 - 2 days in the office per week (depending on business needs)
• Flexible start and finish times
• Opportunity to work condensed hours
• Personal and professional development
• Holidays with options to sell or buy more
• Personal and professional development
• Part of an growing organisation going through transformation