A fast‑growing, internationally trading FMCG business is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable & Receivable Manager to take ownership of its end‑to‑end AP and AR functions. This is a key finance role with real influence across cashflow, credit control, supplier management, and business growth.
The Role: You will lead and develop the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring strong financial controls, healthy cash conversion, and timely payments across domestic and international markets. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to a proactive finance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. This is Hybrid 4 days in the office/ 1 day from home
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & Credit Control
* Lead the credit control function for a multi‑market business
* Set and review credit limits and monitor exposure via the ERP system
* Drive daily, weekly, and monthly cash collection activity
* Reduce debtor days and protect the business from bad‑debt risk
* Maintain regular customer contact and manage structured chasing cycles
* Produce aged debtor reports and lead monthly reviews on debtor health
Accounts Payable & Supplier Management
* Oversee the full accounts payable process from invoice to payment
* Ensure invoices are processed, coded, approved, and paid accurately and on time
* Manage supplier payment runs and statement reconciliations
* Build strong relationships with key suppliers and resolve queries efficiently
* Manage foreign currency payments and FX purchasing
Cashflow & Finance Support
* Take ownership of daily cashflow management
* Prepare and process supplier, payroll, and international payments
* Support cashflow forecasting and scenario planning
* Assist with VAT reporting and payroll‑related journals
* Identify and implement process improvements across AP and AR
About You
* Proven experience managing / leading AP and/or AR functions
* Able to lead change / process improvement
* Strong understanding of credit control, cashflow, and financial controls
* Experience working in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment
* Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivots, data analysis)
* ERP system experience essential (Tier 1 systems preferred)
* Comfortable working cross‑functionally with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain
What’s on Offer
* Permanent, full‑time position
* Opportunity to play a key role in a growing international business
* Strong scope for process improvement and professional development
* Collaborative, commercially focused finance team
* This role is hybrid - 4 days a week in the office/ 1 day from home