Accounts Payable Team Lead

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Full time
Your new company You will work for a company who are global leaders in their field and who have a world-class reputation for service and quality. This company has a 60-year history with operations in America, Europe, Ireland and the UK.

Your new role Working as Accounts Payable Team Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the performance management of a team of 3, across 4 sites. In addition, you will proactively pursue process improvements and standardisation. You will promote and participate in an environment of strong internal control and excellent customer service, while providing leadership and support through periods of considerable volume growth. Your responsibilities will include:

Plan and direct the work efforts of the Accounts Payable Associates. Responsible for the leadership and mentoring of the team. Identifying and fulfilling the training requirements of team members. Oversee and lead goods/invoice receipt variance, query resolution processes and accrual processes. Calculate and report on monthly performance metrics to key stakeholders, including cash flow and Networking Capital, Site Spend and other reports as required. Development, maintain and document standard AP & Payments processes. Ensure prompt payment of invoices while taking advantage of discounts when appropriate. Ensure supplier statement reconciliations are performed. Work with relevant stakeholders to ensure VAT compliance. Respond to business unit and supplier queries in a prompt and professional manner, working with the business unit accounting teams to resolve open issues. Proactively pursue process improvements and standardisation. Help develop and maintain adequate controls for AP. Perform other duties as assigned which will include support of special projects as identified.

What you'll need to succeed Essential Criteria: Demonstrated team leadership with the ability to lead the achievement of results. Experience of working in a fast-paced and high-volume environment. Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications, ERP systems and banking software as needed to perform duties of the position. Strong organisational skills in handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously with high attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

Desirable Criteria: Degree or equivalent in Finance or Accounting or 3+ of relevant experience. Financial accounting acumen to understand the impacts made on executing AP & payments workflow. Cash Flow Management experience.

What you'll get in return You will work for a global company on a full-time permanent basis. Hours of work are Mon-Thursday 8am to 5pm and Fridays 8am to 12noon. 33 days holidays, increasing to 34 after 2 complete years of service, quarterly Gainshare bonus after 3 months complete service, Life Assurance, Healthcare- cashback scheme, Inspire EAP, Pension Scheme, Enhanced Maternity Leave, Company Sick pay scheme, Hybrid working, Flexitime: 7am - 6pm (at managers discretion, following training). What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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