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Accounts Payable Team Leader

Job Details

  • Posted:18th June, 2025
  • Sector:Finance
  • Location: Greater London, United Kingdom
  • Job Ref:18514
  • Salary:£35,000 - £40,000 + Benefits
Join our international HR and Logistics services firm as an Accounts Payable Team Leader, where you'll lead a team of AP professionals and ensure the smooth, accurate, and compliant processing of supplier payments.

This hybrid role requires two days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead, coach, and support a team of Accounts Payable Specialists to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and payments
  • Oversee day-to-day AP operations, ensuring adherence to internal controls, policies, and SLAs
  • Review and approve payment runs, reconciliations, and other critical AP activities
  • Act as a key point of contact for escalations and complex queries from suppliers or internal teams
  • Coordinate month-end close tasks including accruals, reporting, and system reconciliations
  • Partner with procurement, operations, and finance leadership to ensure accurate charge validation and alignment
  • Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and automation in the AP function
  • Monitor and report AP metrics and team performance to senior management
  • Support audit and compliance efforts by overseeing preparation of documentation and responses
  • Manage the AP inbox and delegate appropriately to ensure prompt resolution of inquiries
  • Mentor team members, identify training needs, and support development goals

What We’re Looking For:
  • Proven experience in Accounts Payable with prior leadership or supervisory responsibilities
  • Strong knowledge of AP systems, controls, and accounting processes
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, international business environment
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
  • Industry background in HR, logistics, or relocation services is advantageous but not required

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