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Our client, one of the leading fashion brand houses in Europe, is looking for a proactive, experienced, and diligent Transaction Services Manager – Accounts Payable to join their dynamic, collaborative team in their modern Watford office.
This is a long-term opportunity with room to grow and learn within a down-to-earth, supportive environment.
What’s on offer:
* Excellent salary
* Friendly and collaborative team
* Down-to-earth, polite management
* 25 days holiday bank holidays
* Additional time off between Christmas and New Year (at Directors’ discretion)
* Standard hours: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm (30 min lunch break = 40 hours/week)
* 1-day WFH after probation/training (at company’s discretion – non-contractual)
* 60% staff discount on ecommerce products
* Sample sales twice a year
* Short leave (up to 2 hours with manager approval, not deducted from holiday)
* Annual pay review
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable Management
* Oversee the AP process from invoice receipt to payment
* Approve payment batches and ensure compliance with internal controls
* Ensure timely and accurate processing of all transactions
* Supervise and support AP team members
* Allocate workload and conduct performance reviews
* Provide training and ensure high team performance
Process Improvement
* Identify and implement improvements and automation in AP processes
* Ensure adherence to policies and suggest corrective actions where needed
* Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve queries professionally
* Liaise with procurement and internal teams to ensure timely invoice approvals
* Oversee monthly AP reconciliations
* Prepare aging reports, cash flow forecasts, and other key metrics
* Ensure reporting accuracy and policy compliance
Compliance & Audits
* Ensure adherence to relevant laws, VAT rules, and internal policies
* Prepare audit documentation and support audit activities
* Implement and monitor internal controls
Cash Flow Management
* Manage payment timing to maintain strong vendor relations and optimise working capital
Reporting
* Provide regular updates and insights to the Financial Controller
* Support decision-making through reporting and analysis
Preferred Skills & Experience
* Part-qualified ACCA or equivalent
* Strong understanding of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, including GRNI
* Proficient in ERP systems and Sage 200
* Knowledge of UK and Dutch VAT (AP side)
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Effective communicator with solid vendor management experience
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries
Accounting, Wholesale Import and Export, and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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