Accounts Payable Supervisor

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices. This role includes the management and leadership of a team of approximately 12 Accounts Payable staff, supporting efficient processes, strong controls, and high service standards.

• Lead, supervise, and support the Accounts Payable team, including workload allocation, day-to-day guidance, and performance management.

• Oversee the processing of high-volume purchase orders and invoices (circa 2,000+ per month), ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls.

• Act as the main escalation point for complex invoice queries, discrepancies, and supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution.

• Work closely with the Accounts Payable Manager and wider finance team to ensure smooth and efficient operation of the function.

• Maintain professional and effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Monitor team performance against deadlines and KPIs, ensuring service levels are consistently met.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and best practice within Accounts Payable.

• Ensure effective use of finance systems, including iDocuments and SAP, and support team training where required.

• Assist with audit requirements and ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.

• Carry out additional duties as required to support the finance function.

• Proven experience within an Accounts Payable role, with previous supervisory or team leadership experience essential.

• Strong knowledge of purchase ledger processes in a high-volume environment.

• Experience using accounting systems; SAP B1 experience is advantageous.

• Confident people manager with the ability to motivate, support, and develop a team.

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.

• Proactive, flexible, and professional with a positive, "can-do" attitude.

• GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including Maths and English.

• Strong IT skills with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.