Accounts Payable Team Leader
Job Title: Accounts Payable Team Leader (Temporary to start asap, could lead to permanent opportunity)
Location: Central Birmingham, Hybrid
Job Type: Full-time
SF Recruitment are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our clients finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable team, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and lead a team of accounts payable Assistants, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high-performance levels
- Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor management
- Ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices, reconciling discrepancies, and resolving issues with vendors.
- Generate and analyse accounts payable reports, providing insights to senior management on key performance metrics.
- Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and issue resolution
- Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices, incorporating updates into the accounts payable process
Key Experience & Qualifications:
- Experience in accounts payable and leadership or supervisory role
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Our client is a rapidly developing business based in Birmingham city centre with an open and friendly culture. This business is easily accessible by public transport, 25 days annual leave, hybrid working, flexible hours, pension, healthcare and some other excellent benefits!
