Trainee Auditor

AHK Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global company in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee U.S. operations delivered through an offshore team. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of payables and drives operational excellence. Ideal candidates should possess at least 5 years of accounts payable experience, including 2 in management. The position provides a dynamic working environment with generous benefits including 401(K), paid time off, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Benefit Plans for Medical, Vision & Dental Coverage

401(K) Plan With Match

Paid Time Off

Summer Fridays - Early Office Closure

Paid Holidays

Career Development Learning & Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts payable.
• At least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Prior experience managing offshore or outsourced finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the offshore AP team.
• Oversee end-to-end AP processes like invoice processing.
• Act as primary liaison between U.S. finance and offshore team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Overview

Join us for a bright future... Discover where your talent fits best at ALM! Our network of more than 450+ employees globally is united by a shared understanding that the work we do makes a direct impact on the success of our customers and audiences. Our collaborative environment provides a vast amount of opportunities for career development. Our goal is to hire industry's top talent, offer growth opportunities and provide a fulfilling working environment. Here at ALM, we are a customer-focused and market-driven company dedicated to the success of the customers we serve with our information products and marketing services and events. Across ALM, our teams deliver premium content to professionals in the legal, finance, real estate and insurance industries.

We promote and value innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. We believe that integrity must be at the heart of everything we do. We foster an environment of trust and teamwork and believe that employee empowerment drives our progress and success as a business. We insist on quality and continuous improvement in all that we do. We have a winning attitude and seek to celebrate all of our successes ... big and small.

Salary Range: 70,000 - 75,000 USD Annually. The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Total compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Accounts Payable Manager based in the U.S. to oversee our US AP operations, which are delivered through an offshore Business Process Outsourcing team. This role is critical in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of payables, while driving operational excellence and maintaining strong vendor relationships. This position represents an exciting opportunity to shape and build an AP function in a high-growth, PE-backed business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the offshore AP team, ensuring service delivery meets agreed SLAs and KPIs.
• Oversee end-to-end AP processes including invoice processing, payment runs, expense reimbursements, and vendor queries.
• Act as the primary liaison between U.S. finance stakeholders and the offshore AP team, ensuring alignment and issue resolution.
• Monitor AP performance metrics and provide regular reporting to senior finance leadership.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with procurement, treasury, and other departments to optimize AP workflows and vendor management.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and process standardization.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Stay informed of regulatory changes and industry best practices relevant to AP and BPO operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Prior experience managing offshore or outsourced finance teams, preferably in a BPO environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and AP compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is a plus.

Why you should join ALM

• Generous Benefit Plans for Medical, Vision & Dental Coverage
• 401(K) Plan With Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal Days & Sick Days)
• Summer Fridays - Early Office Closure
• Paid Holidays
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care & Medical Expenses
• Parental Leave
• Career Development Learning & Training Opportunities
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Work Schedules

ALM provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, ALM complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.