Accounts Payable Team Leader

EG Group; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global convenience retailer as an Accounts Payable Team Leader, where you will oversee a dynamic team and ensure the accurate processing of invoices. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead in a fast-paced environment, fostering teamwork and continuous development. With a focus on process improvement and integration of new technologies, you will play a crucial role in the finance team. The company values innovation and customer service, providing a supportive workplace with numerous perks and career development opportunities. If you are a proactive leader looking to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Performance Based Bonus Scheme

Flexible Working Hours

Access to Apprenticeships

Career Development Opportunities

ASDA Discount Card

Free Secure Car Parking

Waterside Café

Dress Down Fridays

Prayer and Ablution Facilities

Work Anniversary Rewards

Free Eye Test

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable roles with strong coaching skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems, with analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the Accounts Payable team, ensuring efficient processing.
• Identify process improvements and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Accounts Payable Experience

MS Office Proficiency

ERP Systems Experience

Analytical Skills

Coaching and People Management

Numerical and Organizational Skills

Data Entry and Management

Purchase to Pay Process Understanding

General Accounting Procedures Knowledge

Tools

SAP

Job description

Role: Accounts Payable Team Leader

Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based

Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent

Salary: £27,000 - £36,575 Dependent on experience & Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Company: EG Group

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our ever-growing finance team.

Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing all administration within the department whilst also helping to lead and motivate a team and assist with their training and development.

This role is ideal for an experienced, reliable and pro-active Accounts Payable enthusiast who thrives working in a fast-paced environment and will strive to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of our global EG invoices.

What you'll be doing:

1. Lead and motivate a team of Accounts Payable Specialists - Managing and coordinating the day to day activities of the AP Team
2. Exhibit positive role model behaviour, ensuring an environment that promotes a professional, open culture, fosters teamwork, flexibility, and enables continuous development of the team
3. Identification of process improvement opportunities, and creation of action plans
4. Support the integration of new technologies
5. Create and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recordation of fixed assets - Manage effective controls around AP processes
6. Ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices/credits received including, coding and posting of invoices
7. Ensure that non purchase order invoices obtain the necessary level of authorisation
8. Reconciling supplier's statements to AP Ledger and GRNI (goods received not invoiced), ensuring all discrepancies are resolved
9. Ensure accurate Supplier statement reconciliations, GRNI ageing, Debit balances, KPI, On hold invoice reporting, Cash flow forecasting, Inter company, AP sub ledger, prepayment reconciliations, Manual payment trackers and Highest 1st time failures are all actioned by deadlines
10. Weekly Payment runs for all currencies are accurate and on time
11. Build excellent relationships with Suppliers and internal departments to resolve any queries on a timely basis
12. Review suppliers and approvals for new suppliers
13. Manage internal escalation of queries to ensure that they are dealt with in a timely manner and be the initial escalation point of contact for Construction and Fixed Assets AP team
14. Communication, teamwork and collaboration are key, and you will be able to manage multiple priorities and competing demands.
15. Assisting team with general Accounts Payable duties

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.

What we're looking for:

1. Demonstrate experience of working within similar Accounts Payable roles
2. Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
3. Previous experience of working with ERP systems
4. Proficient administration, numerical, planning and organizational skills
5. A comprehensive understanding of the 'purchase to pay' process
6. Knowledge of general accounting procedures
7. Proficient and accurate in data entry and management
8. Accounts payable or general accounting experience
9. Strong coaching and people management skills
10. Analytical skills covering written, graphic, numerical & statistical information
11. Hands on, forward thinking and trustworthy leader who leads by example
12. Ability to multi-task and prioritise work load.

Desirable:

1. Previous experience of working with SAP
2. Previous experience of working within a managerial role
3. Previous experience within a dynamic, responsive, fast paced team
4. Experience of working within a Shared Service Centre environment
5. Implemented new technologies
6. Previous Experience of working within a Finance Shared Service Centre

Why Join EG Group:

1. Performance Based Bonus Scheme
2. Flexible working hours (8am - 10am start, 8-hour working day)
3. Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
4. Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
5. ASDA Discount Card - 10% off all ASDA stores
6. Free Secure Car Parking
7. Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
8. Dress Down Fridays
9. Prayer and Ablution Facilities
10. Work Anniversary Rewards
11. Free Eye Test

Who are EG Group?

EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 9 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.