Accounts payable manager

Job Description

AP manager | Accounts Payable Manager | Purchase Ledger Manager

Job Title: AP Manager
Location: Stoke-on-Trent area
Contract: 6 months initially (potential to turn permanent depending on restructure)
Start date: ASAP
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established UK subsidiary of a global organisation, operating across multiple currencies including GBP, USD and EUR. The business has a strong transactional finance function and processes a high volume of invoices each month, offering a fast-paced and collaborative working environment.
Your new role
As Accounts Payable Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end AP function for the UK entity. Managing a team of four AP Clerks, you will provide leadership, support and process oversight to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing the AP team (4 team members), ensuring a high-performance and supportive culture
• Managing the full AP lifecycle, from invoice receipt through to payment
• Overseeing invoice processing, matching and query resolution against POs
• Ensuring strong controls and compliance within SAP
• Supporting process improvements and maintaining efficient workflows
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and suppliers

This is initially a 6-month assignment, supporting a period of transition within the finance team, with handover available for an ASAP start. What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable Manager or Senior AP role
• Strong SAP experience is essential
• Demonstrable people management and leadership skills
• Solid understanding of end-to-end AP processes in a high-volume environment
• A hands-on approach with the ability to support the team operationally
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, approachable style
• Flexibility and adaptability during a period of change

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary between £45,000 - £50,000
• Opportunity to lead a well-established AP function within a global business
• Immediate start with handover support in place
• Exposure to a multi-currency, high-volume finance environment
• Potential for longer-term opportunities, subject to future team structure

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