Accounts Payable Supervisor

Reed; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Career development

Supportive team

Impact in growing finance function

Job summary

Reed in Peterborough is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead a busy Purchase Ledger function. You will oversee day-to-day AP activities, ensure accuracy and timely supplier payments, and drive continuous improvement across the finance team.

You will manage a high-performing team, resolve complex supplier queries, and contribute to reporting and compliance. This role offers a structured, full-time schedule in a growing finance function with opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an Accounts Payable/ Purchase Ledger team.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive mindset with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Accounts Payable professionals.
• Oversee timely processing of supplier payments and expenses.
• Manage aged creditor balances and reconcile supplier accounts.
• Drive system and process improvements and control enhancements.
• Produce AP performance reports and support audits.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and company policies.
• Support month-end and year-end finance activities.

Skills

Leadership

Accounts Payable

Process Improvement

Team Coaching

Stakeholder Management

Education

AAT/CCA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP system

Job description

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Peterborough Full-Time Monday-Friday, 37.5 Hours

Take the Next Step in Your Finance Career

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional with a passion for leadership, process improvement, and delivering outstanding results? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

We are looking for an ambitious Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead a busy Purchase Ledger function, ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time while driving operational excellence across the finance team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful, growing organisation where your expertise, leadership skills, and innovative thinking will make a real impact.

The Opportunity

As Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the Purchase Ledger function, maintaining robust financial controls, and leading a high-performing team.

You will play a key role in ensuring processes run efficiently, resolving complex supplier queries, improving systems and procedures, and supporting the wider finance function with reporting and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Accounts Payable professionals, creating a positive and high-performing culture.
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of supplier payments, employee expenses, and bank transfers.
• Manage aged creditor balances, investigate discrepancies, and ensure supplier accounts are fully reconciled.
• Drive continuous improvement by reviewing and enhancing systems, processes, and controls.
• Produce regular reporting on Accounts Payable performance and support audit requirements.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, resolving issues quickly and professionally.
• Ensure adherence to financial controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end finance activities where required.

About You

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical finance knowledge with excellent leadership skills.

You will have:

• Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger environment.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• A passion for continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Good working knowledge of finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee discounts and lifestyle benefits
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing finance function

Why Apply?

This is more than just an Accounts Payable role. It's an opportunity to lead change, develop people, improve processes, and become a valued member of a forward-thinking finance team. If you're passionate about delivering excellence and ready to take ownership of a key function, we'd love to hear from you.