P2P Manager/AP Manager

Your new role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced AP Professional who has experience of managing the full AP process and people responsibility.

This is a newly created role that will suit someone who is keen to support with continuous development of AP processes and ensure the swift running of the AP function.

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the timely execution and control of the purchasing function through to efficient and accurate payment to suppliers
• Responsible for the timely execution and control of the daily sales invoicing function
• Mentor and develop a team of 2 Accounts Assistants to maximise their performance and achievement of department goals and objectives
• Ensure tight financial controls are in place across all areas of payables to minimise the risk of fraud or errors
• Ensure all processing complies with HMRC, VAT and other relevant legislation
• Maintain high standards of customer service when dealing with all internal and external customers
• Implement new department KPI's and review current procedures
• Assist in the selection, development and implementation of a new AP automated system

As the ideal candidate you will:

• Strong Purchase Ledger Management Experience
• Awareness of P2P best practise procedures and behaviours
• Good accounting knowledge
• Strong IT skills especially - intermediate excel knowledge
• Experience of working in a high pressure, fast moving environment
• Hold a recognised Financial qualification or equivalent experience
• Can operate within the relevant financial guidelines and legislation and understand risk to the business of non-compliance
• 3 years prior experience in a P2P Mangers role
• Experience with international imports and exports form Invoicing to Payments