Accounts Payable Manager - Payments & Ledger Management
Department: Group Services
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: OCU Stockport Head Office
Reporting To: Rebecca Deane
Description
We are seeking an experienced and driven Accounts Payable Manager – Payments & Ledger Management to lead a high-performing Accounts Payable function within a fast-paced and growing organisation.
This role is responsible for managing the AP Payments & Ledger team, overseeing supplier payments, cash forecasting, ledger integrity, reconciliations, and financial controls. The successful candidate will combine strong operational leadership with a proactive approach to governance, process improvement, and stakeholder management.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to make a significant impact within a complex, high-volume finance environment.
About the job
Team Leadership & People Management
* Oversee weekly supplier payment runs
* Support cash flow planning and payment scheduling
* Ensure payments are processed accurately and on time
* Assist with payment queries and urgent requests
* Maintain accurate supplier ledgers across multiple entities
* Investigate and resolve unallocated or aged transactions
* Support balance sheet reconciliations and month-end activities
* Ensure CIS compliance is maintained
* Manage supplier payment queries and escalations
* Work closely with internal teams to resolve issues
* Maintain clear communication with suppliers and stakeholders
* Ensure processes follow company controls and policies
* Support audit requests and maintain accurate records
* Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls
* Assist with governance reporting and compliance activities
* Monitor KPIs and support reporting activities
* Drive process improvements and efficiencies within AP
* Support system improvements and automation initiatives
* Provide regular updates and insight to the Head of Accounts Payable
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Accounts Payable experience within a high-volume environment
* Proven leadership experience managing payment, cash management, or ledger-focused teams
* Strong understanding of Accounts Payable payment processes, cash flow management, and ledger controls
* Experience using ERP systems such as D365, SAP, or Oracle
* Advanced Excel skills
* Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving abilities
* Experience working within multi-ledger or complex finance environments is desirable
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Industry experience within construction, hire, engineering, or related sectors would be advantageous
* Strong leadership and people management capability
* Hands-on, operational leadership style with a "lead from the front" approach
* Excellent attention to detail and financial accuracy
* Strong decision-making and accountability
* Ability to manage risk and maintain effective control environments
* Excellent communication and influencing skills
* High levels of integrity and ethical behaviour
* Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational efficiency and control enhancement
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