Purchase Ledger Supervisor / Team Leader

A growing business based in Leeds are looking to add a Purchase Ledger Team Leader / Supervisor to its finance team.

The role itself with oversee a small AP function of 2 staff and will report directly into the Transactional Finance Manager.

The role is to work as part of an established team with a view to developing their career in accounts over the long term whilst looking at continuous process improvement and best practice with a view to ensuring the smooth running and day to day operation of the function.

The duties include, but are not limited to –

• Take ownership of the Accounts Payable process across multiple sites and business units.
• Lead and support the Accounts Payable team, helping them manage workloads and deliver a high standard of service.
• Ensure supplier invoices are processed accurately and on time, even during busy periods.
• Coordinate invoice approvals with the relevant stakeholders across the business.
• Oversee weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring suppliers are paid within agreed terms.
• Ensure invoices are coded correctly to the appropriate business unit, department and cost centre.
• Work closely with managers and operational teams to resolve invoice queries quickly and efficiently.
• Maintain strong controls and processes to minimise errors, duplicate payments and delays.
• Follow company financial policies and approval procedures at all times.
• Keep accurate records and ensure all data is handled in line with GDPR requirements.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing information and documentation as required.
• Act as the main point of contact for supplier enquiries and escalated issues.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with procurement, finance and operational teams to ensure smooth day-to-day processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve procedures, increase efficiency and strengthen financial controls.
• Support system enhancements, upgrades and process improvement projects within the Accounts Payable function.

We would be keen to hear from individuals with the following skills and experience:

• A strong background in Purchase ledger and dealing with purchase invoices.
• Previous Supervisor /staff management experience.
• Competent in Microsoft packages, (Excel) and previous experience of Sage would be an advantage.
• Skilled in multitasking, prioritisation of workload, good organisational skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Approachable and supportive
• Proactive and solutions-focused

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong Purchase Ledger Supervisor / Manager experience to join a business who pride themselves in the progression and development they can offer their staff members over the long term. If you are interested and have previous AP leadership experience looking for development in your career and to lead a team over the long term growth of the department get in touch immediately.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.