Accounts Payable Manager

Location: Central London
Salary: -40,000 per annum

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Accounts Payable Manager to join a growing finance team based in Central London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated AP professional who enjoys improving processes, leading change, and tackling challenges head-on. The immediate priority for this role will be to take ownership of and clear a backlog of supplier reconciliations, while ensuring the Accounts Payable function operates efficiently and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Accounts Payable function and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Review, investigate and clear a backlog of supplier reconciliations.
• Resolve aged items, supplier queries and outstanding account discrepancies.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and act as a key point of contact for escalated issues.
• Implement process improvements and strengthen financial controls.
• Support month-end close activities, including AP reconciliations and reporting.
• Collaborate with wider finance and operational teams to improve workflow efficiency.
• Assist with audit requests and ensure compliance with company policies.

About You

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable Supervisor or Manager position.
• Strong reconciliation skills with experience managing complex supplier accounts.
• Demonstrable experience clearing AP backlogs and resolving historical issues.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

What''s on Offer

• Salary of -40,000 per annum.
• Central London office location with excellent transport links.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within the finance function.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a role where you can drive improvements and deliver tangible results, we would love to hear from you