PTP Manager

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Immediate start

Job summary

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment is assisting a Glasgow-based client in hiring an experienced PTP Manager to lead day-to-day Purchase to Pay operations on a 6-month contract, with an immediate start. The role is hybrid, requiring strong end-to-end PTP knowledge and hands-on leadership.

You will oversee supplier payments, manage workflows, drive process improvements and mentor teams through change. The salary offers up to £60,000 with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a PTP/Accounts payable management role.
• Strong end-to-end understanding of Purchase to Pay processes.
• Experience leading and developing teams during change programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily PTP operations and ensure continuity of service.
• Manage payment approval processes and timely supplier payments.
• Handle escalated queries and resolve complex issues.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the business.
• Provide leadership and direction to operational teams.
• Support knowledge transfer within shared service teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements.
• Monitor performance and address backlogs to drive efficiencies.

Skills

End-to-end PTP

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Team management

Education

Finance or related degree

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

PTP Manager (Immediate Start - 6 Month Contract)

Glasgow | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home) Up to £60,000 Immediate Start Required

Our client is seeking an experienced Purchase to Pay (PTP) Manager to join their finance operations team on an immediate basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on PTP professional who can step into a fast-paced environment, drive operational performance and provide leadership during a period of change.

This role requires someone with strong end-to-end PTP experience who can quickly assess priorities, manage day-to-day operations and support teams through process improvements and knowledge transfer initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily Purchase to Pay operations, ensuring continuity of service and effective workload management.
• Manage payment approval processes and ensure timely supplier payments.
• Handle escalated queries and drive resolution of complex issues.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business.
• Support operational teams by providing guidance, leadership and direction.
• Assist with knowledge transfer and capability building within wider shared service teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements.
• Monitor performance, address backlogs and help drive operational efficiencies.

About You:

• Proven experience in a PTP Manager, AP Manager or Purchase Ledger Management role.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end Purchase to Pay processes.
• Previous experience managing teams and supporting operational delivery.
• Able to work in a hands-on capacity while providing leadership and direction.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience of driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Available to start immediately or at very short notice.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of up to £60,000.
• Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a well-established organisation.
• Varied role combining operational leadership, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.