Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager in Inverclyde Your New Company Based in Inverclyde, our client is recruiting for an Accounts Payable Manager to lead their purchase ledger function on a permanent basis. The hours of work are Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm. The location is accessible by public transport and also offers on‑site parking. Hybrid working is available, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Your New Role As the Accounts Payable Manager, you will lead a team within the global AP function, setting day‑to‑day goals and managing team performance. You will have 3 direct reports at Team Leader level who each supervise a team of up to 5 individuals. You’ll use data and KPIs to drive operational excellence, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time, and suppliers are supported effectively.

This role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and purchasers to improve processes, increase system adoption, and reduce exceptions. You will also oversee payment runs, maintain strong internal controls, and support continuous improvement of AP systems and integrations.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Setting daily, weekly and monthly AP team goals using KPIs and data insights Partnering with suppliers, customers and purchasers to enhance processes and remove blockages Overseeing scheduled payment runs and ensuring timely, accurate payments Maintaining segregation of duties and ensuring compliance with internal controls Tracking touchless processing, exceptions, and supplier portal adoption, escalating issues where needed Supporting continuous improvement, including system testing and refinement (e.g., High Radius, Oracle R12) What You’ll Need to Succeed You will ideally bring 3–5 years’ experience in Accounts Payable, including at least one year in a leadership role.

Experience working with AP automation tools (preferably High Radius), and familiarity with Oracle R12 and related integrations, is highly beneficial.

You’ll have strong stakeholder and vendor management skills, along with a track record of driving operational performance, improving processes, and maintaining robust controls.

Key traits that will help you excel in this role include service orientation, adaptability, and strong attention to detail. [JD AP | PDF] What You’ll Get in Return
• Opportunity to lead a high‑performing AP team in a global environment
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Hybrid working from the start (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Competitive salary and benefits package What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV, or call us today.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're exploring new opportunities, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.  4767642