Purpose Payables Assistant Manager oversees the accounts payable team, ensuring accurate, timely invoice processing, payment runs (BACS/CHAPS), and vendor reconciliations. Main Duties and Responsibilities Key duties involve mentoring staff, resolving escalated supplier queries, managing month-end closing, and improving payment workflows. Candidates typically require 3+ years'' experience and strong, detail-oriented Excel skill. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and support the AP team to ensure high performance and adherence to deadlines. Invoice and Payment Management: Oversee end-to-end invoice processing, authorization, and verify accuracy of payment batches. Vendor Relations and Reconciliations: Reconcile supplier statements and resolve complex, escalated queries promptly. Process Improvement: Streamline AP procedures, digitise inefficiencies, and lead system improvements. Financial Reporting: Assist with month-end/year-end closing, AP KPI reporting, and audit compliance. Required Skills and Qualifications Experience: 3+ years of accounts payable experience, with prior leadership or supervisory experience. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage). Attributes: High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines. Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to manage internal and external stakeholder ..... full job details .....