At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the accounts payable team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.
- Company: Join a dynamic finance team in a hybrid working environment in London.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a culture that values teamwork, customer focus, and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving improvements and leading a motivated team.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounts payable and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Hybrid working environment – the role requires attendance at the office three days a week, located on Liverpool St, London.
About the Role
This position will play a crucial role in the daily upkeep of accounts payable, inter‑company settlement and analysis, credit card settlement and follow‑up, and other duties as assigned.
Core Responsibilities
- Oversight of invoice entry, coding and keying of invoices
- Review of accounts payable journals and monthly ageing analysis
- Monitoring of PO matching and investigation of discrepancies
- Assist Accounts Payable team with necessary research to resolve issues
- Preparation of weekly payment run
- Monthly reconciliations and reporting in line with the month‑end timetable
- Dealing with audit queries for both internal and external auditors
- Effectively communicate and partner with other finance teams
- Development and implementation of standard operating procedures for accounts payable
- Drive continuous improvement ideas with a view to being best in class
- Monitor and review the reconciliation of all bank accounts, identifying and resolving any discrepancies
- Assist with weekly cash‑flow forecasting
- Provide cover assistance for other finance personnel as required
All About You
- Significant experience in multi‑site/location accounts payable support
- Good understanding of the general ledger, bookkeeping, and accounts payable principles
- Demonstrable experience in strict adherence to SOP & internal controls, commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals and tight deadlines; high attention to detail and thorough self‑review
- Ideally have previous experience of overseeing a team, motivating them and ensuring workloads and priorities are successfully managed
- Ability to communicate effectively in a consistent and positive manner
- Highly organised, dynamic and self‑motivated, with a good eye for detail but with the ability to step back and appreciate the wider picture
- Effective prioritisation skills, and the ability to influence and direct operations
- Demonstrated problem‑resolution skills / proactive attitude
- Excellent analytical skills and working knowledge of cash / banking processes
- Involvement in systems implementation projects. Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferable along with excellent Excel skills
- Confident in providing financial feedback to managers
- Strong commercial awareness
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and written
- Excellent attention to detail
You will live the Kerv values:
- Think Customer First
- Team is everything
- Do the Right Thing
- Build Future
- Spread good vibes
Accounts Payable Team Lead in London employer: Kerv Interactive
At Kerv, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a hybrid working environment that fosters flexibility and work-life balance. Located in the vibrant area of Liverpool St, London, our team-oriented culture encourages collaboration and continuous improvement, while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values customer focus, integrity, and innovation, ensuring that your contributions are recognised and rewarded.
