Accounts Payable Team Leader Contract Role
Location: Gloucestershire
Contract: 9 months (with strong potential for extension or permanent opportunity)
Rate: GBP20 per hour (PAYE)
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional with a strong background in UK finance operations? Do you have a passion for leading, mentoring, and developing teams? This is your chance to join a well-established organisation on a 9-month contract, with genuine prospects for extension or a permanent role.
We re looking for someone who s not only detail-oriented and highly organised but also confident taking the lead, improving processes, and driving results within a dynamic team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
* Lead, coach, and mentor a small team of Accounts Assistants.
* Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Support team development and progression, encouraging learning and ownership.
* Act as the go-to person for operational queries within AP and related functions.
Accounts Payable Operations
* Manage the end-to-end UK Accounts Payable process, ensuring accurate and timely invoice/credit processing.
* Oversee supplier statement reconciliations, AP Ledger management, and GRNI clearing.
* Coordinate weekly payment runs across multiple currencies, ensuring compliance with deadlines.
* Liaise effectively with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries and build strong relationships.
* Ensure adherence to legal, audit, and internal control requirements.
Operational & Financial Support
* Provide financial data to support operational accounting and margin analysis.
* Ensure compliance with internal and Group-level accounting procedures.
* Support audit processes and month-end closing activities.
Process Improvement & Tech Integration
* Lead initiatives to streamline processes and improve system efficiency.
* Collaborate with finance leadership on automation and tech enhancements.
* Drive regular review meetings with Financial Controllers and Directors.
What We re Looking For
Essential:
* Proven UK experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting roles.
* Prior leadership, team management, or mentoring experience.
* Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP experience desirable).
* Confident with Excel, data analysis, and reporting.
* Knowledge of purchase-to-pay and end-to-end AP lifecycle.
* Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and accuracy.
* Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Desirable:
* Experience in Shared Service Centre or fast-paced finance environments.
* Exposure to process automation or finance technology integration.
* AAT or similar accounting qualification.
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