Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

Full-Time 29250 - 35750 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sphere Digital Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the Accounts Payable team and manage end-to-end invoice processing.
  • Company: Join a beloved retail brand in West London with a hybrid work model.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus scheme, generous holiday, and staff discounts.
  • Other info: Great opportunities for learning and development in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Take ownership of AP processes and drive automation in a growing company.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Accounts Payable leadership and managing a team is essential.

The predicted salary is between 29250 - 35750 Β£ per year.

An Accounts Payable Manager is required to work for a much-loved retail brand based in West London, with the expectation of three days in the office with flexibility. This is an opportunity to take ownership of the end-to-end Accounts Payable function for a business investing heavily in its future including store expansion and process improvements.

Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, you will lead a small team operating across both stock and non-stock AP activity and driving automation. Responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing end-to-end invoice processing for both stock and non-stock suppliers
  • Leading, mentoring and developing a team
  • Setting clear KPIs and managing workload and capacity planning
  • Managing the weekly supplier payment process and employee expense processing
  • Owning the GRNI account, including daily review of aged items
  • Managing month-end AP close, control account and GRNI reconciliations
  • Providing weekly supplier payment forecasts to support daily cashflow, and supporting internal/external audits

The successful candidate will have experience:

  • Working in an Accounts Payable leadership having managed a team of 2+
  • Working with both stock and non-stock suppliers; experience working in an environment of 2000+ monthly invoices
  • Experience within a products-based environment
  • Managing end-to-end AP processes including payment runs, supplier statement reconciliations and GRNI
  • Experience with a large ERP such as Dynamics or SAP
  • Strong Excel skills, including pivots, VLOOKUPs and data manipulation

In return you will receive:

  • Discretionary bonus scheme up to 20%
  • 25 days holiday
  • Generous staff discount
  • Private healthcare and life assurance
  • Strong Learning Development offering

Accounts Payable Manager employer: Sphere Digital Recruitment

As a leading player in the GRC and Risk sector, our company offers an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for career advancement while supporting a hybrid working model from our vibrant London office. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued, and you can truly shape your success.

Sphere Digital Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Management
Team Leadership
KPI Setting and Management
Supplier Payment Processing
Expense Processing
GRNI Account Management
Month-End AP Close