Accounts Payable Supervisor
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Speedy Freight- UK
Reporting To: AR and AP Manager
Compensation: £35,000 / year
Overview
Location: Knutsford (Remote). Speedy Freight is a leading UK same-day logistics provider with a nationwide network. We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead and optimize the AP function across multiple entities within the Speedy Freight Group.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day Accounts Payable function across multiple companies and divisions.
- Supervise the processing, review and approval of supplier invoices.
- Manage multiple payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time while supporting effective cash flow management.
- Maintain supplier master data, oversee new supplier onboarding and ensure compliance checks are completed.
- Reconcile supplier accounts and investigate discrepancies promptly.
- Act as the first point of escalation for supplier queries, disputes and payment issues.
- Manage and respond to money claims from suppliers or third parties, ensuring timely action and escalation where required.
- Monitor aged creditors and upcoming payment requirements.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring the AP ledger reconciles with the General Ledger.
- Produce regular reporting, including aged creditor reports, payment forecasts and cash requirements.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and automation across the Accounts Payable function.
- Lead, coach and develop the Accounts Payable team, allocating workloads, monitoring performance and supporting ongoing development.
What we’re looking for
- At least 3 years' experience within an Accounts Payable environment, including supervisory or team leadership responsibilities.
- Experience managing high-volume invoice processing and multiple payment runs.
- Experience working across multiple companies, entities or divisions.
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
- Experience working with multiple currencies.
- Strong supplier relationship management and stakeholder communication skills.
- Experience handling supplier escalations and resolving complex payment queries.
- Experience managing money claims or supporting legal payment processes.
- Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Good Microsoft Excel skills.
Beneficial
- Experience within logistics, transport or another fast-paced commercial business.
- Experience driving finance process improvements or automation projects.
- Knowledge of financial controls and compliance.
Why join us
At Speedy Freight, we’re proud of the people behind our business. We work hard, support one another and continually look for better ways of doing things. Joining our Finance team means becoming part of a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, your development is encouraged and you’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact as our business grows.
We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid / Flexible working
- Company pension
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Career progression within a growing business
- Friendly, supportive and collaborative team culture
Accounts Payable Supervisor in Knutsford employer: Speedyfreight
At Speedy Freight, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that empowers our Territory Sales Executives to take charge of their own territories and drive their success. With a competitive salary, uncapped commission structure, and a strong focus on employee development, we foster a supportive and collaborative work culture that encourages growth and innovation. Join us in Reading, where you can build meaningful relationships with local businesses while enjoying the autonomy to shape your career in a dynamic logistics environment.
