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
