Accounts Payable Manager

As a result of our clients expansion plans, and continued ongoing success we are seeking a dynamic Accounts Payable Manager to join a busy Head Office in Plymouth.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is critical in ensuring efficient and timely processing and payment of purchase ledger invoices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the purchase ledger from beginning to end
• Processing and checking of electronic and manual invoices using a stock management system
• Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details within the purchase ledger
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements
• Analyse reports from our in-house EDI system
• Day to day management of the Accounts Payable team, ensuring workloads are prioritised accordingly
• Review processes and recommend improvements / opportunities to streamline
• Oversee Intrastat submissions
• Review aged creditors listings
• Processing of supplier credit notes, both manually and using in-house EDI system
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Preparation of purchase ledger payment runs
• Assist with month-end management accounts and year-end audit
• Handling exceptions or urgent payment requests
• Managing of supplier terms and Rebates
• Bank Reconciliations
• Other ad hoc duties as required

Person Specification

• Proven experience of managing an Accounts Payable team
• Financial qualification (AAT or equivalent) desirable
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• The ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team, adhering to regular deadlines
• High level of accuracy
• Excellent attention to detail with a hands-on approach
• IT literate with intermediate / advanced Excel skills
• Multi-Currency experience

Working hours Monday to Friday 8.45 - 5...... click apply for full job details