Purchase Ledger Manager

RM Recruit; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Birmingham-based organization is looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager to join their finance team. This full-time, permanent role involves leading the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely invoice processing and improving existing processes. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a proactive approach, and confidence in using financial systems and Microsoft Excel. The position is office based, promoting a collaborative work environment focused on high performance standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing an Accounts Payable function.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices.
• Oversee supplier relationships and resolve queries efficiently.
• Review and improve AP processes, controls, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial systems

Job description

RM Recruit are excited to be working with a Birmingham-based organisation who are seeking an experienced and articulate Purchase Ledger Manager to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and oversee the Accounts Payable function, ensuring processes run smoothly and efficiently while supporting the organisation's wider financial operations.

The position is full-time office based from Monday - Friday and is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis working 36.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Oversee supplier relationships and resolve queries efficiently.
• Review and improve AP processes, controls, and reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end financial reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and relevant financial regulations.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the team to maintain high performance standards.

About You:

• Proven experience managing an Accounts Payable function.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
• Confident in using financial systems and Microsoft Excel.

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable leader seeking your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

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