Overview
In this role you will lead the Accounts Payable function within Refresco, ensuring accurate and timely processing and strong financial controls. You’ll manage and develop a high-performing AP team in a fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing environment, driving efficiency and KPI-driven improvements. You will partner with internal and supplier stakeholders to manage risks, support month-end processes, and provide actionable insights to the wider finance team. This is a hands-on opportunity to shape AP practices, enhance working capital, and uphold our culture of excellence and accountability.
Pay / Benefits
- annual bonus
- hybrid working
- 28 days leave plus bank holidays
- life assurance
- eye-care vouchers
- employee referral scheme
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Accounts Payable team to meet deadlines and accuracy targets
- Oversee end-to-end purchase ledger processes: invoice processing, coding, approvals, reconciliations, and payments
- Maintain strong financial controls with properly authorised expenditures and compliant record-keeping
- Drive continuous improvement by monitoring KPIs and identifying efficiency opportunities
- Support month-end/period-end reporting, cash flow forecasting, and working capital initiatives
- Build and manage supplier relationships, mitigate supplier risks, handle audits and issue resolution with internal stakeholders
Key requirements
- proven Accounts Payable experience with team leadership in a fast-paced environment
- strong finance systems experience and excellent Excel skills
- excellent communication and people management abilities
- proactive approach to driving continuous improvement
- experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment (advantageous)
- knowledge of SAP (advantageous)
- strong communication
- people management
- relationship building
- Excel
- finance systems
- SAP (advantageous)
Accounts Payable Manager in Kegworth employer: Refresco Group
Refresco is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Kegworth where employees can thrive as part of a dedicated Supply Chain team. With a strong focus on employee well-being, the company provides generous benefits such as an annual bonus, early finishes on Fridays, and access to a comprehensive support service. Refresco fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to contribute to operational excellence while enjoying a rewarding career.
