Job Description
Location: Molineux House, Russell Gardens
The Wernick Group is the UK's largest and longest‑standing National provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, it remains a family‑run, privately‑owned business with a turnover of over £200 million. The Company, headquartered in Wickford, Essex, operates across the UK and seeks a highly motivated individual to manage the Accounts Payable Department at its Head Office.
About The Role
We are looking for a capable manager to oversee the full Accounts Payable workflow, including invoice processing, approvals, payment runs, and staff management. The role requires continual improvement of procedures and strong collaboration with other departments.
Responsibilities:
* Oversee the end‑to‑end Accounts Payable process, including invoice receipt, coding, approval workflows, payment runs, and staff management
* Ensure invoices are processed accurately and within agreed payment terms
* Continually review and update existing procedures, and test and verify all new or amended systems & processes within the AP department
* Complete all month‑end routines, reconciliations and reports on time
* Run weekly BACS payments for all Group companies
* Liaise with the Supply Chain Department to build good working relationships with all suppliers
* Ensure prompt entry of Direct Debit/cheque payments onto the financial system by team members
* Ensure timely submission to HMRC of monthly CIS tax payments
* Collate and report Payment Practice data
* Produce monthly and quarterly reports for Senior Management
* Prepare and submit monthly summaries of external queries with suppliers
* Open new Supplier accounts in accordance with correct supply chain procedures
* Manage all system issues with the IT department and MCS software support
Ideal Candidate Should Have
* Several years of experience within Accounts Payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role
* Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work well under pressure, prioritise workloads and adhere to strict deadlines
* Enthusiastic attitude towards work and learning new systems and processes
* Positive and flexible attitude with the ability to act on own initiative
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
* Advanced proficiency in Excel
* Familiarity with accounts software packages
What You Will Get In Return
* Competitive salary and bonus
* Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
* Early finish on Fridays
* Option to buy extra holidays
* Group pension plan
* Annual salary review each January
* Life Assurance 2 × annual salary
* Personal Accident Insurance
* Free on‑site parking
* Employee assistance programme
* Training and progression opportunities
* Secure company culture with over 80 years trading history
* Open door policy
* Employee referral scheme
* Discounted retailer benefits scheme
* Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers
* Optional paid volunteering day each year
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Closing Date: Friday 29th May 2026
Contract Type: Fulltime
Salary: Based on experience
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