Accounts Payable Team Leader

Our client is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Team Leader to join a well-established finance team. This role will be responsible for managing a team of Accounts Clerks and ensuring that all accounts payable transactions are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with company policies and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and manage a team of Accounts Clerks.
• Oversee the full accounts payable and creditors process.
• Ensure creditor payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Review creditor and payment reconciliations before authorisation.
• Maintain strong controls over the creditors ledger and identify potential risks.
• Manage and monitor accruals and purchase order-related transactions.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and monitor potential cash flow issues.
• Liaise with creditors regarding payment queries and resolve issues efficiently.
• Review forex-related documentation and liaise with relevant banking contacts where required.
• Ensure creditors are reconciled and balanced to the general ledger.
• Provide support during financial year-end, half-year and audit processes.
• Ensure all AP processes and purchase orders are managed in line with company policies and procedures.
• Provide relevant information to the finance team for budgeting and forecasting purposes.

Requirements

• 3–5 years' Accounts Payable / Creditors and Cash Book experience.
• 3–5 years' online banking experience.
• Experience managing or leading a team within an accounts payable environment.
• Relevant Finance Degree.
• Strong computer literacy.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.