Accounts Payable Team Leader

Alchemy Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading international HR and Logistics services firm as an Accounts Payable Team Leader. You'll manage a team, oversee operations, and ensure compliance in supplier payments. This hybrid role offers the chance to mentor professionals and drive efficiency initiatives in a fast-paced environment. If you have a strong background in Accounts Payable and are looking for a challenging leadership opportunity, apply now!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable with prior leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of AP systems, controls, and accounting processes.
• Experience in a fast-paced, international business environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Accounts Payable Specialists.
• Oversee day-to-day AP operations and ensure compliance.
• Drive process improvement initiatives for AP efficiency.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join our international HR and Logistics services firm as an Accounts Payable Team Leader, where you'll lead a team of AP professionals and ensure the smooth, accurate, and compliant processing of supplier payments.

This hybrid role requires two days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and support a team of Accounts Payable Specialists to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and payments
• Oversee day-to-day AP operations, ensuring adherence to internal controls, policies, and SLAs
• Review and approve payment runs, reconciliations, and other critical AP activities
• Act as a key point of contact for escalations and complex queries from suppliers or internal teams
• Coordinate month-end close tasks including accruals, reporting, and system reconciliations
• Partner with procurement, operations, and finance leadership to ensure accurate charge validation and alignment
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and automation in the AP function
• Monitor and report AP metrics and team performance to senior management
• Support audit and compliance efforts by overseeing preparation of documentation and responses
• Manage the AP inbox and delegate appropriately to ensure prompt resolution of inquiries
• Mentor team members, identify training needs, and support development goals

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable with prior leadership or supervisory responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of AP systems, controls, and accounting processes
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced, international business environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Industry background in HR, logistics, or relocation services is advantageous but not required