- Lead, coach and support the Accounts Payable team
- Prioritise workloads and deliver against deadlines
- Review and approve weekly payment runs
- Ensure compliance with financial controls and approval processes
- Support month-end activities and reporting
- Manage key supplier relationships and maintain high-profile accounts
- Improve purchase order and invoice approval processes
- Work with business stakeholders to resolve payment queries and improve ways of working
- Support finance transformation initiatives, including invoice automation and AI-enabled processing tools
- Assist with audits, projects and wider Finance team initiatives
Requirements
- Previous Accounts Payable experience in a fast-paced environment
- Experience managing or supervising a team
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
- Highly organised approach with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Proactive mindset with an interest in improving processes and supporting others
- ERP systems experience is essential
- SAP experience desirable
- Finance or Business Studies qualification desirable
- Experience supporting process improvement, transformation or automation initiatives desirable
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in Accounts Payable management, including team leadership, process improvement, and compliance with financial controls. Proficient in financial systems and ERP tools, with a strong focus on enhancing operational efficiency and stakeholder collaboration.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Accounts Payable Management
- Team Leadership
- Process Improvement
- ERP Systems Experience
- Strong Excel Skills
Hard Skills
- Accounts Payable
- Financial Controls
- Payment Processing
- Month-End Reporting
- Process Automation
- Invoice Approval
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Audit Support
- Financial Systems
- Data Analysis
Soft Skills
- Strong Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Proactive Mindset
- Ability to Manage Priorities
Certifications & Qualifications
- Finance Qualification
- Business Studies Qualification
Industry Keywords
- Financial Compliance
- Payment Queries
- Finance Transformation
- Stakeholder Management
- High-Profile Accounts
Tools & Technologies
- ERP Systems
- SAP
- AI-Enabled Processing Tools
- Invoice Automation
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Accounts Payable Supervisor – 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract, Maternity Cover employer: Jobtailor
As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.
