Job Description
Accounts Payable Manager - 3-Month Temporary Contract (may go permanent)
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation for an Accounts Payable Manager to join their Business & Finance Services team on a 3‑month temporary assignment. This is a unique opportunity to combine strong accounts payable expertise with stakeholder management in a role that directly supports their financial operations.
The Role
* Lead and coach a team of nine Accounts Payable staff, ensuring performance, development, and effective workload management
* Oversee the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expenses, and payments, including veterinary suppliers
* Manage payment runs, payroll, foreign currency, and ad hoc payments, optimising cashflow and compliance
* Act as a systems super‑user, supporting platforms such as Salesforce, Coupa, and Accesspay
* Partner with finance stakeholders to resolve queries, improve processes, and ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience in accounts payable management, ideally within complex or multi‑stakeholder environments
* Strong leadership skills with a track record of coaching and developing teams
* Excellent systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills
* Ability to manage reconciliations, reporting, and compliance with accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong communication skills and confidence in liaising with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders
Contract Details
* Duration: 3 months (temporary assignment)
* Location: Greater Reading
* Start Date: Immediate
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