Accounts Payable Supervisor

Role Overview:We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead a purchase ledger team within the Finance department. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and productive management of accounts payable processes. The ideal candidate will oversee invoicing, payment processing, expense account management, and budget reporting, while also evaluating and improving database structure.

Details:

• Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week)
• Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid, 2 days from home)
• Benefits: 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays), Employee Assistance Programme, 8% contributory pension, Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket Loan, and local discount deals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the compilation and presentation of cash flow reports.
• Train and supervise the accounts payable team.
• Develop and implement procedures for handling invoices and maintaining the general ledger.
• Ensure all invoices are correctly authorised in line with internal procedures.
• Investigate and resolve accounts payable discrepancies.
• Generate internal invoices to authorise payments.
• Code and check invoices.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier account details.
• Manage the Supplier master file.
• Produce and present weekly vendor payment reports.
• Evaluate internal controls and policies in revenue and expense processes.
• Assist with year-end preparation.

Teamwork:

• Foster a professional and ethical working culture.
• Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactively manage accounts payable demands.
• Support the productivity of the department.

Customer Service:

• Ensure positive experiences for internal and external customers.
• Act as the first point of contact for outstanding invoices and accounts payable enquiries.
• Raise payment proposals and make payments through BACS within required timeframes.
• Build and manage internal and external customer relationships.
• Ensure compliance with financial legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and manage workplace hazards to minimise business risk.

About You:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an accounts payable supervisory role.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant financial discipline or working towards a professional accountancy qualification.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger processes.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills.
• Strong customer focus and ability to manage time effectively.
• High integrity, professionalism, and problem-solving skills.

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and team leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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