Accounts Payable Team Leader required for a new ongoing temporary opportunity working for a well established business based in Birmingham City Centre.
This role is to start immediately, you must be available to start asap to be considered for this opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the accounts payable team, including training, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
- Allocate tasks and manage workload within the team to ensure timely processing of invoices.
- Oversee the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Resolve discrepancies related to invoice payments and liaise with suppliers to address any issues.
- Maintain positive relationships with vendors, ensuring clear communication regarding payment schedules and resolving any disputes.
- Negotiate payment terms and manage vendor queries effectively.
- Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts payable balances with supplier statements.
- Prepare and review accounts payable reports for management, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.
- Identify opportunities for process enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounts payable function.
- Implement best practices and technology solutions to streamline accounts payable processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant regulations.
- Conduct regular audits of accounts payable processes to identify and mitigate risks.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement and finance, to ensure smooth end-to-end processing of transactions.
- Participate in projects that impact the accounts payable function, providing insights and support as needed.
Key Requirements :
- Previous experience in Accounts Payable Team Leader role preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
- Excellent data entry and organisational skills
Key Information :
- Hybrid
- Temporary role