As the Account Payable Manager with Purchase to Pay (P2P) process and systems expertise you will lead a team to deliver quality transactional processing and provide 1st class customer service.
Accurate and timely payments are made in compliance with company policy, controls and SLA’s to ensure the continuous supply of goods and services to the National Trust (NT). Your team will act as the principle point of contact at the Finance Service Centre (FSC) for NT staff and external suppliers, resolving queries, providing guidance and training.
You’ll lead in projects affecting P2P and FSC operations, providing systems expertise and best practice knowledge. You will assist in leading the shaping of the Finance Payable strategy, delivering continuous improvement and driving compliance.
What it's like to work here
We’re a charity but, make no mistake, we have our fingers firmly on the financial pulse. Because every penny of our profit goes back into our vital work, it’s crucial that we’re operating an excellent and efficient financial service to achieve our vision.
Your contractual location will be our Finance Service Centre at Epsom Court in Trowbridge. We are currently operating a hybrid working schedule structured around three days in the office and two days working from home. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.
What you'll be doing
Leading a National Trust Accounts Payable team focused on retail and catering commercial purchases you will deliver quality transactional processing and internal and external query resolution and training. You will provide expert knowledge, making and influencing decisions.
You’ll identify, implement and drive continuous improvement and compliance to maximise efficiency in out P2P processes. With excellent leadership and communication skills you will develop and staff and deliver 1st class customer service. You will participate in project affecting the FSC.
Who we're looking for
For this position were looking for someone who has:
* Experience in leading a high-volume Accounts Payable function, providing exceptional customer service and having strong commercial awareness.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills including outstanding presentation, influencing and interpersonal skills.
* Experience in use of Finance ERP packages. Advanced IT/system skills including Microsoft Office.
* Experience of leading projects, delivering continuous improvement.
* Leadership skills including coaching, motivation and skills development.
The package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
* Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
* Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
* Rental deposit loan scheme
* Season ticket loan
* EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
* Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
* Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
* Flexible working whenever possible
* Employee assistance programme
* Free parking at most Trust places