Hays are recruiting an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a busy AP team within a well-established Shared Services Centre. This 12‑month contract offers the chance to step into a high‑impact leadership role. The Role Lead, coach and develop the AP team Ensure accurate, timely invoice processing and payments Build strong supplier and internal stakeholder relationships Monitor KPIs, backlog and unallocated cash Drive process improvements and support project delivery Provide accurate financial information to the business About You Strong Accounts Payable background Proven experience managing an AP team Confident communicator with strong stakeholder skills High attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset Solid Excel skills What's On Offer Hybrid working (3 days in office) 25 days holiday bank holidays Pension & life assurance Holiday purchase scheme Share save scheme Discounts on major brands, tech, mobile and gyms Cycle to work scheme Health Shield cash plan Employee Assistance Programme & Virtual GP What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays