Full job descriptionA fantastic permanent opportunity for a full time Accounts Payable Manager. Based in Stockport, managing a team of 8.
Client Details
Working for a well established and rapidly growing organisation with a dynamic and fast paced culture.
Description
Team Leadership & People Management
*Lead, develop, and manage the AP Payments & Ledger team (6 FTE)
*Set clear objectives aligned to KPIs and SLAs and monitor performance effectively
*Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, appraisals and team meetings
Payments & Cash Management
*Supervise the SSC’s weekly supplier payment process in line with agreed procedures and controls
*Manage cash flow requirements through effective planning, forecasting and prioritisation of payments
*Ensure all supplier payments are processed accurately, authorised appropriately and recorded correctly
*Guide the team to deal with payment queries, exceptions and urgent payment requests, including failed payments and reprocessing
Ledger Control & Reconciliations
*Investigation of unallocated cash, debit balances, and payment on account items, including requesting refunds where appropriate to agreed SLAs/KPIs
*Maintain accuracy and integrity of supplier ledger balances across all entities
*Ensure timely resolution of aged, unidentified, or misallocated transactions
*Maintain strong control over AP balance sheet integrity and reconciliation accuracy
*Ensure CIS compliance and support timely month-end close activities


Supplier & Stakeholder Management
*Manage payment-related supplier queries via shared mailboxes, ensuring resolution within SLA/KPI targets
*Act as escalation point for complex payment and ledger-related issues
*Resolve cross-functional issues in collaboration with other Accounts Payable teams
*Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, suppliers regarding payment status and query resolution
Profile
A successful Accounts Payable Manager should have:
*Proven experience in accounts payable and ledger management within the accounting and finance sector.
*Strong knowledge of financial systems and accounting such as SAP and Excel
*Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
*Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve departmental goals.
*Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
*A proven track record of working in a fast paced and high volume AP environment
Job Offer
*Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 per annum.
*Comprehensive benefits package, including bonus.
*Permanent position offering job security and career progression opportunities.
*Private healthcare
*Parking on site
*Be part of a supportive and friendly team.
If you are a results-driven professional ready to take on this exciting Accounts Payable Manager role, we encourage you to apply today!