Accounts Payable Team Leader in Newport

Join a well-established manufacturing business in Newport as an Accounts Payable Team Leader, leading a busy AP function and supporting continuous improvement across finance operations. Client Details Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to lead a team and take ownership of a high-volume AP function? We're partnering with a successful and growing manufacturing business in Newport seeking an Accounts Payable Team Leader to oversee the purchase ledger team, manage supplier relationships and drive improvements across the AP function. Description The Role You'll be responsible for ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed efficiently while leading a team and maintaining robust controls within a busy finance department. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and develop a team of Purchase Ledger Clerks Oversee high-volume invoice processing activities Manage supplier payment runs Review and approve supplier reconciliations Resolve complex supplier queries and escalations Monitor AP controls, compliance and accuracy Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives Support month-end activities and reporting Build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders Profile About You Previous experience leading an Accounts Payable team Strong Purchase Ledger and AP knowledge Excellent organisational and communication skills Experience working in a high-volume environment ERP system experience desirable A proactive approach to process improvement Job Offer What's on Offer? ✅ Competitive pension scheme ✅ Life assurance ✅ On-site parking ✅ Stable and growing business ✅ Career development opportunities ✅ Supportive finance leadership team