Accounts Payable Team Leader

Go Traffic Management Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Armed Forces-friendly employer

Diversity ensuring workplace

Job summary

Go Traffic Management Limited is seeking an Accounts Payable Team Leader to manage a subcontract payment team on-site in Worsley. The role focuses on accurate processing of subcontract payments and ensuring compliance with CIS, CITB, DRC and related regulations.

You will lead weekly payments, manage high-value runs, and deputise for the Finance Manager while driving process improvements and strong financial controls across the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable with subcontractor payments.
• Strong knowledge of CIS, CITB, DRC and related regulations.
• Experience processing high-volume and high-value payments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Subcontract Payment Team and deputise for Manager.
• Oversee weekly and ad hoc subcontractor payment runs.
• Manage high-value payment runs and maintain robust controls.
• Prepare and submit monthly CIS returns on time.
• Prepare and maintain CITB returns.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and industry regulations.
• Produce regular reports and maintain accurate records for financial and compliance needs.
• Monitor and improve payment processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide guidance to team members and manage workload.
• Build positive relationships with internal stakeholders and subcontractors.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Subcontract Payments

CIS knowledge

CITB knowledge

DRC knowledge

Excel

Leadership

Process Improvement

Tools

Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable Team Leader

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Worsley

Compensation: £40,000 / year

Description

Accounts Payable Team Leader - Subcontract

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Team Leader to support the day-to-day management of our Subcontract Payment Team. This is a fast-paced role requiring strong knowledge of subcontractor payment processes, industry legislation, and compliance requirements.

The successful candidate will work closely with the department manager to ensure accurate and timely processing of subcontractor payments, statutory returns, and legislative reporting while providing leadership and support to the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the Subcontract Payment Team and deputise for the Manager when required.


• Lead and oversee weekly and ad hoc subcontractor payment runs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to agreed deadlines.


• Manage high-value payment runs and ensure robust financial controls are maintained.


• Prepare and submit monthly Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) returns accurately and within statutory deadlines.


• Prepare and maintain Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) returns.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and industry regulations affecting subcontractor payments.


• Produce regular reports and maintain accurate records to support financial and compliance requirements.


• Monitor and improve payment processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and accuracy.


• Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring workload is effectively managed.


• Build positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and subcontractors.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience within Accounts Payable, with significant exposure to subcontractor payments.

Strong working knowledge of:

• Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)


• Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) requiremen


• Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC)


• Experience processing high-volume and high-value payment runs.


• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills within a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation and compliance requirements.


• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

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