Job Title: Accounts Payable Supervisor
Location: North West England, Greater Manchester, Manchester
Job Type: Permanent
Primary Industry: Technology
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum
Benefits: Hybrid
Qualifications: Accounts Payable
Skills: Shared Service Centre experience, Multicurrency invoicing, High volume invoicing
Company Branding: EMEA Shared Service Centre
Job Duties:
- Supervise the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports.
- Review and approve invoices for payment, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Manage vendor relationships, resolving any payment or invoice discrepancies.
- Monitor and reconcile accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare and analyse accounts payable reports, providing insights and recommendations to management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounts payable processes and efficiency.
- Supervise a team of accounts payable clerks, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practises and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations.
Required Qualifications:
- Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
- Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles, practises, and procedures.
- Experience working in a Shared Service Centre environment.
- Ability to handle high volume and multicurrency invoicing.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient in using accounting software and MS Office applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
- Prior experience in a supervisory or team lead position.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Comprehensive understanding of accounts payable processes and best practises.
- Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
- Strong proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office applications.
- Ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certification in Accounts Payable or Finance.
- Experience working with SAP or other ERP systems.
- Knowledge of banking and finance industry practises.
Working Conditions:
- This role is based in an office setting within the EMEA Shared Service Centre.
- Standard office hours, Monday to Friday.
- Occasional overtime may be required during peak periods.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.