Accounts Payable Team Lead New

This is a key opportunity for an experienced accounts payable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and is motivated by continuous improvement as we continue to scale and modernise our finance processes and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate and develop the Accounts Payable team, ensuring clear communication of responsibilities and delivery expectations
• Hold regular 1–2–1 meetings, annual and mid‑year reviews, and support ongoing development planning
• Review completed work, provide constructive feedback and support continuous skills improvement
• Promote a collaborative culture by sharing knowledge, balancing workloads and supporting colleagues

• Manage the end‑to‑end AP process including invoice verification, approval workflows, payment processing, audits and reconciliations
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring timely provision of documentation and full compliance
• Implement and refine AP procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency and consistency
• Provide operational support during peak periods, staff absences or when complex issues arise
• Process invoices, payments or reconciliations when required to maintain service levels
• Support cross‑training to strengthen operational resilience and ensure adequate cover for key tasks

• Oversee timely and accurate completion of all AP month-end activities
• Reconcile the creditors ledger to supplier statements
• Complete AP-related bank reconciliations and sub‑ledger updates

• Build strong working relationships with suppliers, resolving payment issues or queries efficiently
• Partner closely with procurement teams and site project teams to support smooth approval and payment cycles
• Maintain strong links with the wider finance organisation to support shared objectives

• Develop, maintain and report on AP KPIs, identifying areas for enhancement
• Identify automation opportunities and support system and process improvements
• Implement best practices that drive accuracy, efficiency and a positive supplier experience

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline is desirable
• Relevant professional development or technical training in AP, finance operations or systems is an advantage