RM Recruit are proud to be working with a dynamic organisation based in Erdington who are actively seeking an experienced and motivated Accounts Payable Team Leader to join their finance team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive finance professional to take ownership of the accounts payable function, lead a dedicated team, and contribute to the ongoing success of a growing organisation.

As the Accounts Payable Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable department, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate and develop the Accounts Payable team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment runs and supplier reconciliations.
Monitor team workloads and performance against agreed KPIs and service levels.
Ensure supplier queries are resolved efficiently and professionally.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Support month-end and year-end close activities.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as required.
Produce management information and reporting relating to accounts payable performance.

Person Specification:

Previous experience leading or supervising an Accounts Payable team.
Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and controls.
Good knowledge of Excel and other MS packages.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving.

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional with proven leadership skills and are looking for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply.

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