Accounts Payable Team Leader

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Swindon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site performance bonus

Pension scheme matching up to 8%

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Catalent is seeking an Accounts Payable Team Leader to supervise the AP team in our Swindon Financial Shared Services Centre. You will manage daily AP processing, ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance, and serve as the main escalation point for complex queries.

You will coach AP Analysts, oversee supplier payments, and drive KPI achievement across ERP systems, collaborating with global stakeholders to continuously enhance efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Mathematics and English.
• Experience in Accounts Payable processing and supplier payment administration.
• Supervisory experience with coaching and developing team members.
• Experience identifying and managing process improvements in AP.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards, QuickBooks, Oracle, Sage, SAP or MS Dynamics GP) is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with AP systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily AP operations within the Financial Shared Services Centre.
• Be the primary escalation point for complex invoice processing queries.
• Build and maintain relationships with global site stakeholders; lead meetings on AP matters.
• Ensure vendor invoices and payments are processed accurately and compliantly.
• Coach and mentor Accounts Payable Analysts; promote development and policy adherence.
• Oversee payment controls to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Monitor performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support efficiency initiatives.
• Undertake additional duties and projects as required by Global Accounts Payable Leadership Team.

Skills

Team leadership

Accounts payable

ERP systems

Vendor invoicing

Excel

Education

GCSEs including Maths & English

Tools

JD Edwards

QuickBooks

Oracle

Sage

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Excel

Job description

Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability.

Position Summary

We have an opportunity for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our team. In this role, you will supervise the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team within the Financial Shared Services Centre. You will oversee site processing activities, ensure accurate and compliant vendor invoice and payment processing, and act as the primary escalation point for complex queries. This position also involves coaching and mentoring team members, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, and driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 09.00 - 17.00
Location: Swindon, UK
100% Onsite

The Role

• Supervise daily operations of the Accounts Payable team within the Financial Shared Services Centre, ensuring achievement of Accounts Payable KPIs across ERP systems.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex invoice processing queries and issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global site stakeholders, leading regular meetings to resolve Accounts Payable matters.
• Ensure vendor invoices and payments are processed accurately, compliantly, and within agreed timelines as a senior member of the Global Shared Services team.
• Coach, mentor, and support Accounts Payable Analysts, promoting professional development and adherence to company policies.
• Oversee payment controls to ensure supplier payments are accurate, authorised, and compliant with internal policies and regulations.
• Monitor team performance, identify process improvement opportunities, and support initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Undertake additional duties and projects as required by the Global Accounts Payable Leadership Team.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications), including Mathematics and English.
• Previous experience in Accounts Payable processing and supplier payment administration.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience with the ability to coach, train, and develop team members.
• Solution-focused approach with experience in identifying, implementing, and managing process improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as JD Edwards, QuickBooks, Oracle, Sage, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) would be advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to utilise Accounts Payable systems effectively.

Preferred Skills & Background

• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate diplomatic skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability.
• Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.
• Bonus & Benefits – Includes a site performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 8% and life assurance. Enjoy a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, with the option to purchase additional leave. Plus, gain access to Reward Gateway, offering discounts at many national retailers.
• Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network. Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.
• Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture. Take advantage of a Cycle to Work Scheme and an Electric Vehicle car scheme.
• Excellent Location – Just a two-minute drive from J16 of the M4, with free on-site parking.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.