Our client is a well-established business with a strong reputation in their sector. They’re investing heavily in their finance function. They’re looking for a high-caliber AP Team Leader to drive performance and enhance the AP processing operation.
The AP Processing team leader will be responsible for:
* Managing a team of 15+ AP Processors – Providing day to day leadership. setting clear objectives and ensuring high levels of engagement and performance.
* Overseeing the end to end AP process, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, supplier payments and query resolution.
* Monitoring and reporting on team KPI’s, identifying trends and implementing solutions to drive improvements.
* Driving a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and implement automation where possible.
* Acting as the first point of contact for escalated queries and collaborating with procurement, finance business partners and other key stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.
* Ensuring compliance with financial controls, internal policies and audit requirements.
What we’re looking for:
* Prove experience in a similar AP Leadership role, ideally within a high-volume shared services or finance team.
* A hands-on, proactive approach with a natural ability to lead, develop and motivate a team.
* Strong understanding of AP systems, controls and reporting – Experience with ERP platforms is advantageous.
* Track record of driving efficiencies and process improvements.
* Strong interpersonal skills – Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
* Calm under pressure, highly organised and solutions focused.
* Looking for someone who will lead by example, roll their sleeves up and work on the frontline with the team.
Package:
* Salary – £40-45k.
* Credible, performance-linked bonus scheme.
* Hybrid working.
* Extensive retail discount.
* Enhanced pension and benefits package.
* Clear career path within an established high performing finance function.
Reference No.
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