Accounts Payable Leader

Accounts Payable Leader – Temp or Temp to Perm Available Location: LeicestershireHourly Rate: £20.00 to £25.00

Our client, a rapidly expanding private equity-backed organisation, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Leader to join their finance team. This new position has been created to bring on board a dedicated professional to manage the Accounts Payable function, lead a team of AP Clerks, and drive process improvements.

About the Role

As the Accounts Payable Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the purchase ledger process. Leading a team of AP Clerks, you will handle a high volume of invoices, build strong relationships with suppliers, and support the business in maintaining high standards of efficiency and accuracy. A core focus of the role is team development, ensuring that your team members are continuously growing through mentoring and training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor a team of Purchase Ledger Clerks, promoting a culture of growth and development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, resolving queries and disputes in a timely manner.
• Work cross-functionally to support the business’s supplier onboarding processes.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

About You

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader with a solid background in accounts payable management. You should thrive in a busy environment and be eager to make a positive impact. If you are passionate about developing people and implementing best practices, this could be an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in managing and leading teams within an accounts payable function.
• Strong knowledge of purchase ledger processes, ideally in a high-volume setting.
• A track record of successfully implementing process improvements.
• Strong finance systems expertise and analytical skills.