Accounts Payable Manager; Temporary

Position: Accounts Payable Manager (Temporary)
Interim Accounts Payable Manager
Northampton / hybrid
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30
Competitive hourly / daily rate
Immediate start

We're looking for an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Manager to take full control of a high-volume Purchase Ledger function during a key transition period.

Responsibilities:
- Take full ownership of the Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger function
- Lead and support an experienced AP team
- Ensure accurate, reconciled ledgers and controlled payment runs
- Maintain strong financial controls and governance
- Support month-end close, accruals and reporting
- Provide clear liability visibility to support cashflow
- Act as the senior escalation point for suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Identify and implement process improvements where possible

What We Need:
- Proven experience leading a high-volume AP function
- Strong people leadership - able to motivate and steady a team
- Confident managing payment runs, controls and compliance
- Experience in multi-site or operational businesses
- Someone who can quickly assess, prioritise and deliver
- Calm, credible and comfortable operating at pace

Why This Interim Role?
- Full functional ownership from day one
- Visible impact across finance and operations
- Key leadership position during a critical period
- Opportunity to stabilise, improve and hand over a well-run function