Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager / AP manager Accounts Payable Manager - 3-Month Temporary Contract (may go permanent) We are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation for an Accounts Payable Manager to join their Business & Finance Services team on a 3‑month temporary assignment. This is a unique opportunity to combine strong accounts payable expertise with stakeholder management in a role that directly supports their financial operations.

The Role Lead and coach a team of nine Accounts Payable staff, ensuring performance, development, and effective workload management Oversee the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expenses, and payments, including veterinary suppliers Manage payment runs, payroll, foreign currency, and ad hoc payments, optimising cashflow and compliance Act as a systems super‑user, supporting platforms such as Salesforce, Coupa, and Accesspay Partner with finance stakeholders to resolve queries, improve processes, and ensure adherence to policies and regulations.

Candidate Profile Proven experience in accounts payable management, ideally within complex or multi‑stakeholder environments Strong leadership skills with a track record of coaching and developing teams Excellent systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills Ability to manage reconciliations, reporting, and compliance with accuracy and attention to detail Strong communication skills and confidence in liaising with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders Contract Details Duration: 3 months (temporary assignment)

Location:

Greater Reading

Start Date:

Immediate Please Contact us for more information.  4751767