Accounts Payable Lead
Great Barford, Bedfordshire
Salary is circa £35,000 plus bonus
Robert Walters is proud to be partnering with a well-established organisation in Great Barford to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Lead. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional to take ownership of the accounts payable function within a supportive and collaborative environment.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced setting, improving processes, and building strong internal and external relationships.
The Role
As Accounts Payable Lead, you will oversee the day-to-day purchase ledger function and ensure accurate, timely processing across all accounts payable activities.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing high volumes of supplier invoices from receipt to payment
Matching, coding, and validating invoices accurately
Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies promptly
Preparing and processing payment runs via BACS, Faster Payments, and card payments
Acting as the main point of contact for supplier queries
Processing employee expenses in line with policy
Maintaining accurate records and supporting month-end close processes
Reviewing and improving accounts payable procedures and controls
Supporting the wider finance team when required
About You
The successful candidate will have:
Previous experience within Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger
Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes
Experience in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
Advanced Excel skills including LOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
Sage 50 or similar accounting systems experience (preferred)
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
A proactive, problem-solving approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
This role is based in Great Barford, Bedfordshire and is predominantly office based. The salary is circa £35,000,plus bonus, pension, free parking, fully stocked kitchen and other company specific benefits.
If you have relevant experience and would like to take the next step in your career then please apply NOW or send your CV to
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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