Accounts Payable (Query Team) Supervisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

About the role: We are seeking an Accounts Payable (Query Team) Supervisor to lead the Accounts Payable query function, ensuring that all invoice and payment queries are resolved accurately and in a timely manner. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and workflow of a small team (3), ensuring effective prioritisation and delivery of workload. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the company’s accounts payable processes. Through effective supervision, coaching, and training, they will ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and accounting standards. Working closely with the Accounts Payable Manager, Procurement, and individual business divisions, the Supervisor will collaborate with internal stakeholders and engage with external vendors to resolve discrepancies and maintain strong working relationships. This collaboration is essential to ensure that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and reported correctly. In addition, the role will work closely with Treasury to oversee manual payments and support account reconciliations, contributing to reliable financial reporting and the overall financial stability of the organisation. This position is critical in supporting the smooth operation and continuous improvement of the Accounts Payable query function.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Leading and supervising the Accounts Payable Query Team, ensuring efficient workflow management and prioritisation of queries
• Resolving invoice and payment queries accurately and within agreed timelines
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing team members to maintain high performance and service standards
• Collaborating with Procurement, Finance teams, and wider business divisions to resolve discrepancies
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with external vendors
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards
• Supporting manual payment processes in partnership with Treasury
• Assisting with account reconciliations and ensuring accurate financial reporting
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements within the Accounts Payable function

This will be suited to you if…

• You are highly organised with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and deadlines
• You have experience supervising or leading a small team within an Accounts Payable or finance function
• You have a good working knowledge of SAP
• You possess intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
• You are a strong communicator, confident in working with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• You have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy
• You are proactive with a continuous improvement mindset

What’s in it for you? This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don't get a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday and access to our company pension - you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist. We have a ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there is our JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There is our Cycle to Work Scheme. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive.