Job Description
Accounts Payable Manager/ Supervisor - Up to £40,000 - Manchester
Job Title: Accounts Payable SupervisorContract: 6-Month Fixed Term / ContractLocation: South Manchester (Hybrid/Office-Based)Salary: £40,000 or DOE.
Role Overview:We are working with a fast-paced technology business in South Manchester seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor on a 6-month contract. This role will oversee the day-to-day delivery of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing while supporting process improvement and supervising a small AP team.The successful candidate will be hands-on, confident in managing workloads and stakeholders, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, systems-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise the Accounts Payable team, managing workloads and priorities
* Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments
* Oversee supplier statement reconciliations and query resolution
* Manage weekly and monthly payment runs
* Maintain AP controls and ensure compliance with company policies
* Support month-end close, including accruals and reporting
* Review aged supplier balances and drive clear-down actions
* Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders
* Support system, process, and efficiency improvements within AP
* Assist with audit requests and documentation as required
Key Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in an Accounts Payable Supervisor / Team Lead role
* Strong end-to-end AP knowledge within a medium to large organisation
* Experience supervising or mentoring AP staff
* Confident with ERP / finance systems (technology or shared-service environments beneficial)
* Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills
* Experience supporting month-end and audits
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Able to work at pace and quickly adapt in a contract environment
Desirable
* Experience within a technology or fast-growth business
* Process improvement or transformation exposure
* Advanced Excel skills
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