A leading organisation in Manchester is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to join their Group Finance Shared Services team. This role offers you the opportunity to oversee a high-volume accounts payable function, ensuring that all invoices are processed and paid efficiently while maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. You will be part of a supportive environment where your commitment to quality, compliance, and process improvement will be highly valued. The organisation is renowned for its inclusive culture, flexible working opportunities, and dedication to professional development, making it an ideal place for those who thrive in collaborative settings and are eager to make a meaningful impact.
As an Accounts Payable Manager based in Manchester, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the end-to-end accounts payable function within Group Finance Shared Services. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing a dedicated team responsible for processing thousands of invoices each year across multiple suppliers. You will ensure that payments are made accurately and on time while adhering strictly to VAT regulations and compliance standards. By fostering strong relationships with both internal colleagues and external partners, you will help resolve queries swiftly and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction. Your involvement in preparing cash flow forecasts and monthly reporting packs will contribute directly to informed decision-making at senior levels.
Key duties include:
Oversee the accounts payable processes to ensure all supplier deadlines are met by accurately scanning, inputting, matching, and paying invoices on scheduled BACs runs.
Develop effective communication channels with suppliers and procurement users to resolve invoice-related queries efficiently while delivering exceptional customer service.
Manage a team of direct reports by setting performance objectives, providing training, nurturing development, and offering support as needed.
Support finance projects and one-off tasks while driving continuous process improvements across all
Accounts Payable Manager in Bury employer: Robert Walters
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