Accounts Payable Manager - Ballymena - Permanent A well-established organisation in Ballymena is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead and oversee its finance operations. This key role involves managing the full accounts payable function, driving process improvements, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and providing strong leadership within a fast-paced finance team. About the role: £Competitive salary Monday to Friday Permanent role What you'll be doing in this role: Manage end-to-end accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment runs. Supervise and manage the accounts payable team and T&E, including hands on training, and mentoring Ensure all vendor invoices are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with internal policies. Oversee month-end and year-end close processes related to AP, including reconciliations. Collaborate with Procurement and department heads to maintain effective vendor management and expense tracking Manage/assist in implementing new Procure-To-Pay policies and procedures. Identify opportunities for business process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of new procedures, including system integrations. Assist with cash flow forecasting and analysis related to outgoing payments Perform ad hoc projects as assigned and assist on projects with various finance team members. What you'll need for this role: Bachelor's degree, with emphasis in Accounting, Finance or Business 5+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable 2+ years of supervisory experience Strong systems knowledge, including the ability to quickly learn new systems Proficient with Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Riada are an equal opportunities employer. Skills: Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Ledger Management Ledgers Sales Ledger Management Ledger Invoice Discounting