Purchase Ledger Manager — Lead AP & Global Finance

Lowe Rental; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe in the United Kingdom seeks a Purchase Ledger Manager to lead the Accounts Payable function, driving accuracy, timely payments, and strong supplier relationships across a fast-moving, globally active group. Reporting to the Financial Operations Director, you will manage a team, implement an ERP rollout, and collaborate with procurement, finance and operations to optimise cash flow.

The role requires rigorous data handling, process improvement, and high attention to detail to maintain robust

Qualifications

• Significant experience of end-to-end AP ownership for a complex group.
• Advanced MS Excel capability with data management and analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with process improvement and automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end purchase ledger process.
• Ensure all supplier invoices are accurately coded, authorised, and posted.
• Oversee supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate supplier master data and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Monitor invoice approval workflows and drive timely processing.
• Lead, develop, and motivate the purchase ledger team.
• Set performance objectives and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Provide training and support to ensure continuous improvement and adherence to procedures.
• Allocate workload effectively to meet departmental deadlines.
• Prepare and review weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Ensure suppliers are paid in accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting by providing accurate creditor information.
• Identify opportunities to optimise working capital and improve payment processes.
• Maintain strong internal controls over the accounts payable function.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and audit requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist external and internal auditors with information requests.

Skills

End-to-end AP ownership

Advanced MS Excel

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Lowe in the United Kingdom seeks a Purchase Ledger Manager to lead the Accounts Payable function, driving accuracy, timely payments, and strong supplier relationships across a fast-moving, globally active group. Reporting to the Financial Operations Director, you will manage a team, implement an ERP rollout, and collaborate with procurement, finance and operations to optimise cash flow.

The role requires rigorous data handling, process improvement, and high attention to detail to maintain robust