The Portfolio Group
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional with team leadership experience and a background in high-volume invoice processing?
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our finance team in Erith. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will lead a team of two Accounts Payable Assistants and take responsibility for the smooth running of the purchase ledger function within a busy and growing construction business.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, leading people, and driving continuous improvement.
Day to Day Responsibilities
- Leading and developing a team of two Accounts Payable Assistants.
- Managing the end-to-end accounts payable process.
- Overseeing the processing of high volumes of supplier invoices.
- Reviewing supplier reconciliations and resolving complex queries.
- Managing payment runs and ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time.
- Monitoring aged creditors and maintaining strong financial controls.
- Supporting month-end processes and audit requirements.
- Building strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Identifying and implementing process improvements across the AP function.
YOU?
- Previous experience in an Accounts Payable Team Leader, Senior Accounts Payable, or similar position.
- Experience working within a high-volume invoice processing environment.
- Experience supervising or managing a small team.
- Strong knowledge of purchase ledger and accounts payable processes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
- Good Excel and finance systems experience.
Experience within construction, engineering, property, or a related sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
If you are looking for your next challenge and want to play a key role within a busy finance function, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV to be considered!
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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
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