Accounts Payable Supervisor: Lead, Develop & Optimize AP Team

Ian Williams Ltd; Yate; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension contribution up to 5%

23 days annual leave

Training and development

Hybrid working

Life insurance 3x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Ian Williams Ltd is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead an established AP team in a financially strong, people-focused business. You will drive accuracy, consistency and service excellence while fostering an environment where the team can perform at their best and make a real impact.

You will supervise high-volume AP operations, mentor staff, ensure CIS compliance and collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet deadlines and improve controls.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading Accounts Payable teams.
• Solid understanding of Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger controls.
• Commitment to developing people and driving continuous improvement.
• Ability to introduce structure, consistency and accountability in team operations.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating and developing an established Accounts Payable team.
• Creating a positive, engaged team culture and ensuring service excellence.
• Ensuring accuracy and compliance across Purchase Ledger and Subcontract Ledger activities.
• Managing workloads, priorities and performance for timely processing of invoices and month-end close.
• Building relationships with suppliers and colleagues to meet timeframes and CIS obligations.
• Coaching team members to support their development and long-term success.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Leadership

Team development

Purchase Ledger

ERP systems

Excel

Stakeholder management

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Ian Williams Ltd is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead an established AP team in a financially strong, people-focused business. You will drive accuracy, consistency and service excellence while fostering an environment where the team can perform at their best and make a real impact.

You will supervise high-volume AP operations, mentor staff, ensure CIS compliance and collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet deadlines and improve controls.