Accounts Payable Supervisor

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned business that has been a staple in the opticians and hearing care industry since 1938. As a key player in the Accounts Payable team, you will manage a dedicated group, ensuring timely processing of invoices and fostering strong supplier relationships. With a commitment to excellence, you will implement improvements and provide training, all while enjoying generous annual leave and a supportive work environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing company that values its employees and their development.

Benefits

28 days’ annual leave

Sick Pay

Pension scheme

Generous staff discount scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Ability to plan and organize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the Accounts Payable team.
• Ensure all company invoices are processed accurately and promptly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Hands-on Approach

Tools

Sage

Job description

Your duties will include supervising accounts payable team members, working with the Finance Manager to handle the submission and approval of supplier invoices and expenses in Sage, leading the team, providing regular support, processing internet banking payments, and handling supplier queries in a timely manner. Applicants should have previous experience in a similar role, excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to plan and organize, a 'hands-on' approach, and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage and lead the Accounts Payable team.
2. Ensure all company invoices are processed accurately and promptly.
3. Perform periodic reconciliations and keep all supplier accounts up-to-date.
4. Maintain up-to-date task lists and guide notes for the Accounts Payable team.
5. Process weekly BACS and internet banking payments for suppliers in a timely manner.
6. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
7. Respond to all supplier queries promptly and accurately.
8. Provide staff training and constructive feedback on role requirements and processes.
9. Implement and improve processes to ensure adequate controls are in place.
10. Monitor team performance and ensure coverage during absences.
11. Assist with other day-to-day and ad-hoc departmental tasks.

The Business

We are a nationally based opticians and hearing care business, with a Head Office in Birmingham and a local manufacturing facility. We support over 169 retail branches across England, Scotland, and Wales. As a family-owned business established in 1938, we are expanding our operations.

Benefits

• 28 days’ annual leave
• Sick Pay
• Pension scheme
• Generous staff discount scheme

If you are interested in this role and would like to learn more, please get in touch.