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Reed
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Southampton, Hampshire
Accounts Payable Manager
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Salary: £40,000 per annum |
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Overview
My client, a large international business based in Southampton are urgently in need of an Accounts Payable manager, this is a long term contract role looking after a small team. The accounts payable manager is responsible for the timely processing of a large payroll and KPI reporting. Duties will include: • Lead and motivate the accounts payable team including interim and annual appraisals • Ensure efficient and effective processing of vendor invoices into the ERP system and that reported creditor balances are accurate and reconciled as appropriate to vendor statements • Ensure that employee expenses (including centrally billed items) are processed timely, accurately and in accordance with company policies or guidelines • Own and be accountable for the output and quality of services provided by the accounts payable team to key customers (including but not limited to, vendors, employees, management and regulatory bodies) • Ensure that period end close requirements are completed accurately and in accordance with the agreed close timelines • Measure and report accounts payable performance through metrics and key performance indicators • Ensure that payment of invoices and employee expenses are paid in accordance with agreed payment terms and company cash management principles • Prepare and complete reporting to comply with the UK statutory legislation relating to payment performance • Ensure that, where applicable, local tax and statutory legislation is adhered to. Desirables: • Extensive experience in accounts payable supervision/management • Proven people management track record (minimum of a team of 5) • Upper-intermediate Excel skills (V look ups/pivot tables) • Positive, proactive and process focused. Additional benefits and information: • 25 days annual leave • Competitive pension scheme • Life assurance • Flexible working, free parking and lifestyle discounts.