Pertemps are currently working for a prestigious organisation based in Glasgow who are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join their team. The salary for this role is between £47k - £52k depending on experience. The company also offer hybrid working and a great benefits including a fantastic non-contributory pension. Main Duties will include: • Setting and implementing short- and medium-term strategic objectives for the AP function to achieve the company objectives • Ensure all AP processes are documented and functioning correctly to ensure suppliers are paid on time and in line with client SLAs • Drive improvements in processes and technology and work with related business functions to implement transformational and continuous improvement of AP • Manage the AP team in the UK and Mumbai, including responsibility for resource management, allocating responsibilities, appraisals, training, talent management, career planning and development as well as managing performance. • Stay abreast of industry developments and software solutions • Ensure supplier complaints and complex payment issues are properly managed and resolved • Ensure communications with Business Unit are prompt and effective • Ensure business processes and procedures are clearly documented and followed • Analyse AP performance and provide reports and business intelligence to Business Units, suggesting and implementing improvements where possible • Review and ensure adherence to payment timetables • Plan and prioritise workload and ensure sufficient resources are in place to deliver service levels • Ensure timely reconciliation of supplier statements • Identify technology solutions for the automatic processing of intercompany invoices • Ensure intercompany payments are made on time and reconciliation of statements • Investigate areas of the function suitable for RPA solutions • Monitor commitment reports and accruals and ensure the team proactively obtain copy vendor invoices where necessary • Monitor and evaluate workflows and ensure appropriate user access to ERP systems • Monitor effectiveness and reliability of AP applications and systems • Document and report any non-conformances within AP • Ensure AP-related interfaces with the ERP are maintained and functioning • Attend key supplier meetings• Assist senior management with ad hoc requests, projects, reports and research • Occasional travel as required Candidate requirements include: • Previous experience managing a fast-paced Accounts Payable Team• Motivating and developing team members• Experience managing a team of staff including appraisals, development and other management tasks. Experience of working within a large, multinational and complex organisationTo find out more please contact Linda CurriePertemps acts as both an employment business and an employment agency.