At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise accounts payable, ensuring accurate processing and strong supplier relationships.
- Company: Join EU Automation, a leader in connecting manufacturers with automation parts globally.
- Benefits: Enjoy early finishes, hybrid working, enhanced leave, and a supportive company culture.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for process improvement and career growth.
- Why this job: Take your Accounts Payable career to the next level in a growing finance team.
- Qualifications: Experience in Accounts Payable and leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Who We Are
At EU Automation, we connect manufacturers with a global supply of automation parts, ensuring they can avoid costly downtime.
No matter where in the world, we are committed to helping businesses save millions in lost revenue and making manufacturing possible.
The Opportunity
An opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Payable Supervisor to join our Finance Department, responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function and ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of supplier and internal transactions.
Working alongside our paperless Finance Team, you will support and develop the Accounts Payable team while maintaining strong financial controls and supplier relationships in line with company policies.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to take the next step in their career within a growing finance function.
Responsibilities of an Accounts Payable Supervisor include
- Oversee the accurate and timely processing of high-volume supplier invoices, ensuring correct matching, VAT checks, and compliance with company procedures.
- Review and approve payment runs, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and within agreed terms.
- Manage supplier account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies, invoice queries, and payment issues.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships through effective communication via telephone and email.
- Lead, support, and develop a team of Accounts Payable Assistants, ensuring workloads, deadlines, and performance objectives are achieved.
- Ensure compliance with financial controls, policies, VAT requirements, and audit processes.
- Maintain accurate supplier records, documentation, and accounts payable transactions.
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, improve controls, and support business growth.
- Support the wider finance team with reporting, system improvements, and other duties as required.
What we are looking for
- Proven experience within an Accounts Payable environment
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is desirable
- Good knowledge of accounting principles, VAT, and financial controls
- Experience using AP/ERP systems and Excel
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams
- Good organisational and administration skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
- A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and developing efficient processes
What we can offer you
- Early Friday Finish
- 33 Days Holiday
- Hybrid Working; 3 days in office and 2 days from home (available after successful completion of probation)
- Enhanced Leave; including sickness, maternity and paternity.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health Cash Plan
- Life Cover
- Aegon Pension Scheme
- Great Company Culture
- Regular celebrations of seasonal and life events
Accounts Payable Supervisor in Stafford employer: Eu Automation
At EU Automation, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and diversity. Our Birmingham location provides a dynamic environment for growth, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary package, including uncapped commission and enhanced leave benefits. Join us to be part of a team that celebrates achievements and values each member's contribution in making manufacturing possible.
