Job Description
Interim Accounts Payable Manager
Location : Bedford Contract: Interim (3-6 months) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Day Rate: Competetive
The Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Manager to support their finance team during a busy period. The successful candidate will take ownership of the accounts payable function, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, maintaining strong financial controls, and overseeing the timely processing of supplier payments.
This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic oversight and operational involvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process
* Manage, mentor, and support the AP team
* Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments
* Maintain and improve financial controls and procedures
* Resolve supplier queries and build strong vendor relationships
* Lead month-end close activities related to payables
* Support audits and ensure compliance with company policies
* Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
* Assist with system implementations or transitions (if applicable)
Key Requirements
* Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Manager or similar role
* Strong understanding of AP processes, controls, and best practices
* Experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to quickly assess, stabilise, and improve processes
* Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Immediately available or on short notice