At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic Accounts Payable team and enhance financial processes.
- Company: Join a reputable recruitment firm with a focus on growth and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving finance operations and leading a talented team.
- Qualifications: Experience in AP leadership and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment are working with a confidential client to recruit an experienced Head of Accounts Payable to lead a growing transactional finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident AP leader who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and supporting a busy finance function.
Role Overview
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the accounts payable function, ensuring invoices, payments, and supplier queries are managed accurately and efficiently. You will lead and support a small team, driving performance, developing team members, and ensuring service levels are consistently met. You will also play a key part in improving AP processes, strengthening controls, and supporting wider finance projects where required. This is a hands-on leadership role, so you'll need to be comfortable balancing team management with operational responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a medium-sized Accounts Payable team, providing coaching, support, and performance management.
- Oversee the full AP process, including invoice processing, supplier payments, and query resolution.
- Ensure all payments are accurate, timely, and compliant with internal controls and company policy.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships and act as a key point of contact for escalated issues.
- Review and improve AP processes to drive efficiency, accuracy, and best practice.
- Support month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations where required.
- Work closely with the wider finance team to support reporting, cash management, and operational priorities.
- Monitor KPIs and ensure service levels are met across the function.
Requirements
- Proven experience in Accounts Payable leadership, supervisory, or senior AP management roles.
- Strong understanding of transactional finance processes and controls.
- Experience managing or mentoring a small team.
- Confident communicator with good stakeholder and supplier relationship skills.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and handling high volumes.
- Good Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a desire to improve processes.
Head of Account Payables employer: Marc Daniels
At our company, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. As the Head of Accounts Payable, you will not only lead a dedicated team but also have ample opportunities for professional growth and development, all while enjoying the vibrant culture of our location. With a focus on process improvement and employee empowerment, we ensure that every team member feels valued and motivated to contribute to our success.
