Accounts Payable Supervisor — Lead, Optimize & Develop (Hybrid)

Ian Williams Ltd.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Pension contribution

Annual leave 23 days

Training and development

Hybrid working

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ian Williams Ltd is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead and develop the AP team, ensuring accurate processing and strong financial controls. You will manage high-volume invoices, monthly close, and CIS compliance with HMRC while building productive supplier and internal stakeholder relationships.

The role supports a hybrid working environment with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience within Accounts Payable or a similar finance environment.
• Solid understanding of financial controls and ledger management.
• Knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is an advantage.
• Confident using ERP systems, financial ledgers, and MS Excel.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of the Accounts Payable team, ensuring workloads, processes, and performance are well-organised and efficient.
• Champion accuracy, compliance, and financial risk control across the Purchase Ledger and Subcontract Ledger.
• Support the business by ensuring timely processing of high-volume invoices and month-end close.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring exceptional service and communication.
• Oversee CIS compliance and monthly submissions to HMRC.
• Coach, develop, and empower your team — helping them achieve their best and supporting their long-term progression.
• Drive improvements, implement smarter processes, and enhance team capability through training and delegation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Accounts Payable

Financial controls

MS Excel

Relationship building

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Ian Williams Ltd is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead and develop the AP team, ensuring accurate processing and strong financial controls. You will manage high-volume invoices, monthly close, and CIS compliance with HMRC while building productive supplier and internal stakeholder relationships.

The role supports a hybrid working environment with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in continuous process improvements.