Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable ManagerReading | £40,000 - £45,000 per annum | PermanentReady to lead, improve and make an impact?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a successful and established business in Reading.This is much more than a traditional transactional finance role. You will take ownership of the Accounts Payable function, lead and develop a team, drive high standards across the department and look for opportunities to improve processes, controls and ways of working.We are looking for someone who combines strong Accounts Payable knowledge with genuine people leadership skills. You will be comfortable setting expectations, coaching team members, managing workloads and creating a positive, high-performing team environment.The roleAs Accounts Payable Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, motivating and developing the Accounts Payable team
• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the AP function
• Managing workloads, priorities and performance across the team
• Ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently
• Maintaining strong controls and ensuring agreed processes are followed
• Overseeing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving complex queries
• Building effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Monitoring AP performance and identifying potential issues before they escalate
• Supporting month-end activities and ensuring deadlines are achieved
• Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency and strengthen controls
• Creating an environment where the team can develop, take ownership and perform at their best

What we're looking forYou will ideally have:

• Strong Accounts Payable experience, ideally within a busy, high-volume environment
• Previous experience managing, supervising or leading an AP/finance team
• Excellent leadership and people-management skills
• A proactive and positive management style
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of financial controls
• The confidence to challenge existing processes and implement improvements
• A hands-on approach and willingness to support the team when required
• Good Excel and finance systems experience

Why consider this opportunity?This would be an excellent move for an established Accounts Payable Manager or an experienced AP Team Leader/Supervisor who is ready to take the next step in their career.You'll have the opportunity to take real ownership of the function, develop a team and play an important role in shaping how Accounts Payable operates going forward.Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annumLocation: ReadingContract: Permanent
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us build a stronger finance function!

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