Accounts Payable Team Leader

Michael Page Finance; Thirsk; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Progression opportunities

Permanent contract

Annual pay reviews

Free parking on site

Early finish on Fridays

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is partnering on an opportunity in Thirsk for an Accounts Payable Team Leader. The role blends leadership with hands-on Purchase Ledger responsibilities to drive day-to-day AP operations.

The ideal candidate has senior AP or team-leader experience, with strong Excel and supplier liaison skills, and a proactive approach to process improvements. Hybrid working options after training are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger lead role.
• Proven ability to lead a team and manage day-to-day AP operations.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Proactive problem-solving and process improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the accounts payable team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier reconciliations.
• Implement and maintain controls to ensure compliance with financial policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice or payment queries.
• Prepare reports and analysis on accounts payable activities for management.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide training and guidance to team members as needed.
• Ensure supplier relationships are managed effectively.

Skills

Team leadership

Accounts Payable

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Michael Page are actively working with a long standing client who are searching for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join their team in Thirsk (North Yorkshire) on a permanent basis. My client is looking for a hands on Purchase Ledger expert that can lead a team and manage the operational day to day in AP.

Client Details

Michael Page are actively working with a long standing client who are searching for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join their team in Thirsk (North Yorkshire) on a permanent basis. My client is looking for a hands on Purchase Ledger expert that can lead a team and manage the operational day to day in AP. This is an exciting opportunity for a Accounts Payable Team Leader, Purchase Ledger Team Leader or Senior Accounts Payable, who is excited people leadership and being involved across all processes in the Accounts Payable function. My client is a notable business in their industry, and are well known for having a top quality working culture and clear progression pathways for their staff.

Description

• Manage and lead the accounts payable team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier reconciliations.
• Implement and maintain controls to ensure compliance with financial policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice or payment queries.
• Prepare reports and analysis on accounts payable activities for management.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide training and guidance to team members as needed.
• Ensure supplier relationships are managed effectively.

Profile

A successful AP Team Leader should have:

• Experience in a similar Senior Accounts Payable, or Purchase Ledger Team Leader role.
• Proven ability to lead a team effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Good communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £37,000 - £40,000
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days at home - after training
• Opportunity for progression both short and long term
• Permanent position
• Annual pay reviews
• Free parking on site
• Early finish on Friday's!