Accounts Payable ManagerPermanent£50,000 - £60,000, plus bonus & benefitsTamworthHyrbid, 2 in days office
Hamilton Woods Associates is recruiting for a great business in Tamworth that is looking to strengthen its finance team through the addition of an Accounts Payable Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an AP Manager with strong detail of Coupa Software to take ownership of a critical finance function, drive improvements, and play a key role in the company's success.
Role Profile:
- Oversee the entire Accounts Payable function.
- Manage bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
- Process and oversee high-value payments to suppliers, employees, and customers.
- Maintain and update the internal cash flow forecast.
- Handle intercompany journals and adjustments.
- Support audit preparation and compliance reporting.
- Ensure accurate supplier account setup and verification checks.
- Resolve debit balances and ensure timely payment processing.
- Lead payment practices reporting and compliance initiatives.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams on system upgrades and business transformation projects.
- Support treasury activities, including bank transfers, during transition periods.
- Ensure expense processing and full month-end reconciliations.
- Monitor KPIs and SLAs, driving continuous improvement.
- Oversee direct debits, supplier queries, and weekly payment runs.
- Collaborate with finance and AR teams for customer payment processing.
- Lead and mentor the AP team, conducting regular 1-2-1s and performance reviews.
Role Requirements:
- ACCA/ACA/CIMA/QBE or equivalent
- Must have Coupa system experience (implementation or worked with)
- Extensive experience in Accounts Payable management within a high-volume environment.
- Strong understanding of bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and payment processes.
- Proven ability to lead process improvements and system transformation projects.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Hands-on experience managing large-scale transactions and supplier relationships.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
If you would like to apply for the role, please send your CV to