Payroll Manager

Certain Advantage; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the accounting industry is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to oversee their finance team in Edinburgh. The role involves supervising invoice processing, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. A proactive individual with a strong background in accounts payable and software proficiency will thrive in this mid-senior level position, contributing to process improvements and team development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an accounts payable role with at least 1 year in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and financial controls.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of the accounts payable team.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Train, mentor, and support junior members of the AP team.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in Accounts Payable

Supervisory Experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Job description

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What You'll Be Doing:

My client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Supervisor to join their finance team in Edinburgh. This role is responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors, and supporting the finance team in maintaining robust internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the daily operations of the accounts payable team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments
• Monitor invoice matching, approvals, and coding to general ledger accounts
• Manage the end-to-end payment cycle, including BACS, CHAPS, and international payments
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to address and resolve payment queries
• Maintain and enforce accounts payable policies and procedures
• Support month-end closing by providing AP reports, accruals, and reconciliations
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices
• Train, mentor, and support junior members of the AP team

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in an accounts payable role, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or team lead capacity
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, accounting principles, and financial controls
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage, or similar ERP systems)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Please send your CV to Rosie Hutcheon, or call 0141 468 6396 via the ‘Apply Now’ option to be considered for the role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Accounting

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