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An established and growing business in Milton Keynes are looking for an experienced Senior Accounts Payable to lead a busy purchase ledger function and support the continued development of a high-performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who combines strong Accounts Payable and team leadership experience and ability for continuous process improvements.
Job Responsibility
Supervising and supporting the Accounts Payable team on a daily basis
Managing the end-to-end purchase ledger process, including invoice processing, coding, matching and approvals
Reviewing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving outstanding queries
Overseeing supplier payment runs and ensuring compliance with internal controls
Monitoring supplier accounts and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders
Leading month-end Accounts Payable activities, reconciliations and reporting
Reviewing VAT treatment across supplier invoices and expenses
Managing employee expense processing and policy compliance
Preparing payment forecasts and supporting cash flow planning
Driving continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and system enhancements
Monitoring team performance against key KPIs and service levels
Creating and maintaining process documentation and controls
Coaching, mentoring and developing Accounts Payable team members
Working closely with Finance, Procurement and wider business teams to improve purchase-to-pay processes
Requirements
Previous experience in a similar Senior Accounts Payable or Team Leader position
Proven experience managing or mentoring finance team members
Strong understanding of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes and controls
Experience working within a high-volume invoice processing environment
Excellent reconciliation and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business
A proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement and efficiency