Accounts Payable Manager

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The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function within the finance team. This includes the day-to-day management of AP processes and team members, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company procedures. The role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships, supporting internal controls, and contributing to month-end and year-end close activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the accounts payable team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time
• Oversee invoice processing, payment runs, and employee expense reimbursements
• Maintain and develop AP policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve queries or disputes
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations and support the month-end close process
• Ensure accurate coding and approval of invoices in line with company procedures
• Monitor AP metrics and prepare relevant reports (e.g. aged creditors, cash flow)
• Support year-end processes and external audit requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements across AP activities
• Manage performance and development of AP team members, including goal setting and reviews

Requirements

• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles
• Proven experience managing or supervising an AP function
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems
• Ability to analyse financial data and produce reports
• Experience with process improvement and implementing best practices
• Knowledge of VAT and tax compliance requirements
• Previous experience in the property industry (desirable but not essential)

Benefits

Holidays - 25 days per year plus 10 bank holidays and local public holidays in Scotland

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Pension

Death in Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme