Job Description: Credit Control and Accounts Payable Team Leader Location: Cheadle Reports to: Head of UK Finance Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) About Us We are a leading global wine business based in the UK, supplying quality wines to a diverse customer base, including UK and international national accounts (supermarkets), on-trade (restaurants, bars, pubs), and independent wine merchants/wholesale companies. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction drives our success, and we are seeking a dynamic Credit Control and Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our finance team. The Role You will primarily be responsible for the credit control of a key section of our UK business. In addition, as the Credit Control and Accounts Payable Team Leader, you will have direct responsibility for the credit control team and accounts payable team, ensuring timely collections, accurate payments, and strong relationships with our diverse customer base. Key Responsibilities Credit Controller o Allocation of receipts to individual accounts o Focus on minimising aged debt while maintaining strong customer relationships, contacting clients to remind them of outstanding debts via phone or email. o Maintaining credit hold accounts, obtaining payment & releasing orders as necessary. o Full communication with external sales executives, generating any necessary credit reviews, making your own recommendations. o Oversee the management of customer ledgers, including reduction of outstanding debt. o Monitor payment patterns, assess credit risks, and implement proactive measures to prevent indebtedness without impacting sales growth. o Ensure accurate and timely recording, reporting, ledger balances, and account reconciliations. o Collaborate with sales teams to align credit policies with business objectives and customer needs. o Continuously review and enhance credit control systems, processes, and procedures to improve efficiency and standards. Leadership & Team Management o Lead, motivate, and develop a team of credit controllers and accounts payable colleagues, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence. o Provide ongoing training, mentorship, and performance management to ensure team success. o Provide regular reports on credit control and accounts payable performance, including debtor days, aged debt, and supplier payment metrics. Accounts Payable o Oversee the accounts payable processes, monitoring cash flow implications and work closely with the finance team to optimise payment schedules. o Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and regulatory requirements. o Continuously review accounts payable systems and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy. What We’re Looking For Experience & Skills o Proven experience in credit control, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role. Experience or awareness of Accounts Payable processes advantageous. o Experience working in FMCG businesses, with diverse customer groups. As well as hospitality, or wholesale industries knowledge (wine or beverages a plus). o Strong understanding of financial processes, including ledger management, reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting. o Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software, (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar). In addition, experience of EDI and portals. Personal Qualities o Exceptional leadership and people management skills. o Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. o Ability to multitask, prioritise, and meet tight deadlines. o Inquisitive and innovative, with a proactive problem-solving mindset. Why Join Us? You’re going to love working here because there are more good reasons to join Boutinot than there are great bottles in our product range. Obviously, immersing yourself in wine (not literally) is a great reason to do anything, and you’ll soon find yourself knowing more about wine than you ever thought possible. You’ll be surrounded by passionate, friendly, and talented people, all valued for their unique skills and contributions. You’ll be a key part of a dynamic, growing business with an exciting future — and yes, there’s plenty of wine involved! Aside from the obvious perks, we’ll give you things like private healthcare, a generous pension, a private gym, access to the accommodation at our wineries abroad, free WSET training, a discounted staff account, a cycle to work scheme, long service and special occasion rewards, your Birthday off each year, wellbeing days, a holiday purchase scheme and a profit share scheme. We’re always looking at our benefits and constantly seeking to improve what we can give back to our people.