Accounts Payable Manager (Permanent)

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a fast-paced and evolving organisation. This is a remote role based in Manchester and would suit an accomplished AP leader who has successfully managed large overseas Accounts Payable teams.

Your new role As Accounts Payable Manager, you will take ownership of the AP function, leading and developing a sizeable remote team whilst ensuring a high standard of accuracy, control and service.A key part of this position will be managing an overseas AP team of approximately 20+ people, so previous experience of successfully leading a remote/international finance team of this size is essential. Your responsibilities will include:

Leading, managing and developing a large overseas Accounts Payable team, including 2 direct reports

Taking overall responsibility for the day-to-day AP function and performance of the team

Managing high-volume invoice processing and approval workflows

Reviewing work completed by the team and ensuring consistently high levels of accuracy

Managing supplier ledgers, statement reconciliations, payment runs and queries

Developing and improving AP processes, controls and automation

Identifying areas for greater efficiency across the function

Managing workloads, priorities and deadlines across a remotely based team

Handling escalations and resolving more complex supplier or stakeholder queries

Building effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and clients

Reviewing and approving transactions and documentation within the accounting system

Setting clear expectations and maintaining accountability across the team

What you'll need to succeed This role requires an experienced AP Manager, rather than someone looking to take their first step into management.You will need:

Extensive Accounts Payable experience, with strong technical knowledge of the full AP function

A proven track record of successfully leading and developing Accounts Payable teams

Previous experience managing a large remote/overseas AP team, ideally 20+ employees

A minimum of 3 years' AP management experience

Experience working within a high-volume, fast-paced finance environment

Strong people-management skills and the confidence to manage performance and set clear expectations

A resilient and headstrong approach, with the confidence to work effectively with strong personalities

The emotional intelligence to adapt your communication style and tone depending on the individual or situation, whilst remaining professional

Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills

Confidence dealing with challenging conversations, escalations and conflict

A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to challenge existing processes constructively

Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively under pressure

Advanced Excel skills and good overall Microsoft Office knowledge

Experience with accounting/ERP systems such as NetSuite, Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar

Experience of process improvement, controls and automated approval workflows

What you'll get in return You will be joining a growing and fast-paced environment where you can take genuine ownership of the Accounts Payable function and have a real influence over how the team operates. The role offers: Permanent position

Competitive salary £40-45,000 depending on experience

Remote working (occasional office working maybe required)

Working hours of 9.00am-5.30pm with a one-hour lunch

Support towards professional qualifications

30 days holiday entitlement pro rata (including Bank Holidays) with an additional day for each year of service, plus 2 mental health days for your benefit when a break is needed.

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme and professional development support

Enhanced parental leave, subject to qualifying criteria

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