Purchase Ledger Manager

Job Description:

Accounts Payable Manager – Exciting Opportunity in a High-Growth Business

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded and experienced Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger Manager to join a rapidly expanding business at a pivotal stage in its growth journey. This role is perfect for someone who is technically strong, confident in challenging existing processes, and passionate about developing a high-performing finance team.

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and working closely with the Senior Financial Accountant, this is a hands-on leadership role with full responsibility for the end-to-end Accounts Payable function. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, embrace system and process change, and bring a proactive, assertive approach to team management and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Accounts Payable function, including PO processing, supplier payments, and trade liability
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of five, fostering performance, motivation, and accountability
• Support the integration of new acquisitions, ensuring smooth system transitions and enhanced controls
• Drive efficiency through automation, improved processes, and best-practice AP methodologies
• Ensure accuracy and control over high-value weekly payment runs (£200k–£500k)
• Collaborate closely with the management accounts team and wider finance leadership
• Resolve historic/legacy issues and ensure robust knowledge transfer within the team

About You

• Demonstrable experience managing a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable team
• Strong understanding of AP processes from start to finish
• Highly organised with excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
• Confident in challenging the status quo and leading change initiatives
• IT-literate, ideally with experience in Sage Intacct, Zahara, or similar systems (training provided if needed)
• AAT or part-qualified (preferred), or qualified by experience

If this sounds like the next step in your career, please contact Tracey Ellis for more information on (phone number removed).