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Accounts Payable Leader Temp or Temp to Perm Available
Location:Leicestershire
Hourly Rate: £20.00 to £25.00
Our client, a rapidly expanding private equity-backed organisation, is seeking an experiencedAccounts Payable Leaderto 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 businesss 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.
