Accounts Payable Manager

My client is looking for a Transactional Finance Manager to join their team. You will be responsible for managing customer and supplier relationships, ensuring that relevant reporting is undertaken to provide an appropriate level of business insight and decision-making, supporting business projects, as well as driving continuous improvements and team development.

Key Accountabilities:

• Oversee core transactional operations, including cash management, supplier payments, account balances, and credit control, ensuring adherence to the company's standard operating procedures.
• Manage end-to-end inbound and outbound payment processes-covering reporting, reconciliation, transaction processing, accounting, and internal controls-to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial transactions.
• Supervise the Employee Expenses function (systems, processes, claims, and audits) to deliver a smooth, end-to-end experience for employees.
• Provide expert guidance on financial operations to support business growth and effectively manage financial risks.
• Lead ERP-related projects, driving continuous improvements across systems, reporting capabilities, and financial processes.
• Serve as a key liaison between internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication across all levels of the business, while managing supplier relationships and supporting new initiatives.
• Maintain strong organizational discipline and internal controls, supported by relevant KPIs and performance metrics in line with the company's control framework.
• Inspire, manage, and mentor a team of Finance Assistants, fostering high service standards and a positive stakeholder experience both internally and externally.

Knowledge and Experience

Excellent IT skills, especially in Excel in a finance environment.

Worked and managed a team with AP.

Experience working with ERP systems.

If you would like to discuss in more detail, then I would love to hear from you.

Many thanks

Jo