Accounts Payable Team Lead, Contract Job, Derry, Competitive Salary Your new company You will work for a global company and a market leader whose service, innovation and quality keep them at the forefront of their industry. They have 11 sites worldwide, employ over 1,400 people and have been in business for over 60 years. Your new role As AP Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the performance management of the team of 3, across 4 sites. In addition, the lead must proactively pursue process improvements and standardisation. This leader will be expected to promote and participate in an environment of strong internal control and excellent customer service, while providing leadership and support through periods of considerable volume growth. Plan and direct the work efforts of the AP Associates Responsible for the leadership and mentoring of the team, develop and monitor team and department performance KPIs such as volumes, on time processing, write offs, blocked items, etc. and use these to drive action. Identifying and fulfilling training requirements of team members Oversees and lead goods/invoice receipt variance, query resolution processes and accrual processes Calculate and report on monthly performance metrics to key stakeholders, including cash flow and Networking Capital, Site Spend and other reports as required. Development, maintain and document standard AP & Payments processes Ensure prompt payment of invoices while taking advantage of discounts when appropriate Ensure supplier statement reconciliations are performed and utilised for GRIR clear downs Work with relevant stakeholders to ensure VAT compliance Respond to business unit and supplier queries in a prompt and professional manner, working with the business unit accounting teams to resolve open issues. Proactively pursue process improvements and standardisation, help develop and maintain adequate controls for AP Support the AR team with Cash Collection Concur Expense Processing What you'll need to succeed Demonstrated team leadership with the ability to lead the achievement of results Experience of working in a fast-paced and high-volume environment Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications, ERP systems and banking software as needed to perform duties of the position Strong organisational skills in handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously with high attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Desirable Criteria: Degree or equivalent in Finance or Accounting or 3 of relevant experience Financial accounting acumen to understand the impacts made in executing AP & payments workflow Cash Flow Management experience What you'll get in return You will work for a global company on a contracted basis for 6 months, with the possibility of extension. Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 8am-5pm with a 12noon finish on a Friday. You will be offered a competitive salary. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4761556