Role: Accounts Payable Team Leader
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based
Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £27,000 - £36,575 Dependent on experience & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
*This is an office based role 5 days a week*
About the Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our ever-growing finance team.
Reporting into the AP Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all administration within the department whilst also helping to lead and motivate a team and assist with their training and development.
This role is ideal for an experienced, reliable and pro-active Accounts Payable enthusiast who thrives working in a fast-paced environment and will strive to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of our global EG invoices.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
What you’ll be doing:
1. Lead and motivate a team of Accounts Payable Specialists - Managing and coordinating the day to day activities of the AP Team
2. Exhibit positive role model behaviour, ensuring an environment that promotes a professional, open culture, fosters teamwork, flexibility, and enables continuous development of the team
3. Identification of process improvement opportunities, and creation of action plans
4. Support the integration of new technologies
5. Create and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recordation of fixed assets - Manage effective controls around AP processes
6. Ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices/credits received including, coding and posting of invoices
7. Ensure that non purchase order invoices obtain the necessary level of authorisation
8. Reconciling supplier's statements to AP Ledger and GRNI (goods received not invoiced), ensuring all discrepancies are resolved
9. Ensure accurate Supplier statement reconciliations, GRNI ageing, Debit balances, KPI, On hold invoice reporting, Cash flow forecasting, Inter company, AP sub ledger, prepayment reconciliations, Manual payment trackers and Highest 1st time failures are all actioned by deadlines
10. Weekly Payment runs for all currencies are accurate and on time
11. Build excellent relationships with Suppliers and internal departments to resolve any queries on a timely basis
12. Review suppliers and approvals for new suppliers
13. Manage internal escalation of queries to ensure that they are dealt with in a timely manner and be the initial escalation point of contact for Construction and Fixed Assets AP team
14. Communication, teamwork and collaboration are key, and you will be able to manage multiple priorities and competing demands.
15. Assisting team with general Accounts Payable duties
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time
What we’re looking for:
16. Demonstrate experience of working within similar Accounts Payable roles
17. Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
18. Previous experience of working with ERP systems
19. Proficient administration, numerical, planning and organizational skills
20. A comprehensive understanding of the 'purchase to pay' process
21. Knowledge of general accounting procedures
22. Proficient and accurate in data entry and management
23. Accounts payable or general accounting experience
24. Strong coaching and people management skills
25. Analytical skills covering written, graphic, numerical & statistical information
26. Hands on, forward thinking and trustworthy leader who leads by example
27. Ability to multi-task and prioritise work load.
Desirable
28. Previous experience of working with SAP
29. Previous experience of working within a managerial role
30. Previous experience within a dynamic, responsive, fast paced team
31. Experience of working within a Shared Service Centre environment
32. Implemented new technologies
33. Previous Experience of working within a Finance Shared Service Centre
Why Join EG Group:
34. Performance Based Bonus Scheme
35. Flexible working hours (8am – 10am start, 8-hour working day)
36. Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
37. Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
38. ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
39. Free Secure Car Parking
40. Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
41. Dress Down Fridays
42. Prayer and Ablution Facilities
43. Work Anniversary Rewards
44. Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 9 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group