Accounts Payable Manager (Head Office (00), Head Office (00), GB, BB1 2FA)
Role: Accounts Payable Manager
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based
Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £36,575 - £47,025 & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the Role...
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Manager to join our expanding Finance Function! As an AP Manager, you will manage Team Leaders, ensuring direction and support is provided in all areas. You will also provide support to the GPO/Head of P2P in the execution of their duties, so being confident and a good decision maker is a must! You will be a part of the development and implementation of new initiatives, process improvements, and system changes.
The ideal candidate will be determined and organised who can demonstrate excellent leadership skills. You will oversee the Accounts Payable department to ensure they process invoices and reconcile accounts in an efficient and timely manner, facilitating prompt payment to suppliers and enabling minimal levels of aged transactions. Strong interpersonal abilities are required to ensure an excellent level of customer service can be delivered to both internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
This is a permanent office-based position; we are flexible with preferred working schedules between Monday-Friday. If you are ready for an opportunity to showcase your skills and take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Duties & Responsibilities
* Carrying out monthly 1-2-1's with Team leaders, ensuring support, coaching, and development is provided
o Ensuring appropriate record keeping is maintained to meet tax authority and legal requirements
o Regular weekly meetings with Team Leads for updates, planning, and discussion
* Working closely with the Reporting Manager to ensure weekly KPIs are communicated and analysed
o Driving Accounts Payable targets, including reduction of debit balances and unallocated payments
* Regular review of all Direct Debit accounts to ensure prompt action to minimise levels of debit balances
o Communicating and liaising with suppliers to resolve escalations as required
o Cooperating with other departments for information, assistance, and support
o Weekly catch ups with Finance Managers of different entities
o Reviewing monthly statement reconciliations and providing feedback
* Monthly meetings with Finance Manager to review and provide clarity on the Trade Payables position & statement reconciliation variances
* Support the continuous improvement of Accounts Payable, including new systems, processes, training, and upskilling
* Assist Accounts Payable Function Lead and the wider Finance team with resolving complex queries - internal audit, external audit, and internal control queries
* Ensure up-to-date knowledge of tax and regulatory requirements related to supplier invoices, performing audit checks and reviews regularly to ensure compliance
* Lead to ensure appropriate governance and control measures are in place for P2P activities.
* Oversight of payments, ensuring all invoices in proposed supplier payments have been fully approved and checks and controls performed satisfactorily before submission
* Creation of standards and benchmarks to monitor and support performance reporting and reviews for Team Leaders and Specialists in the AP department
This list is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time.
Candidate Requirements
* 3+ years Accounts Payable experience (desirable)
* Team management experience (desirable)
* Customer-focused approach
* Collaborative approach, able to work with others as part of a team
* Effective communicator, both verbal and written
* Excellent at prioritizing tasks and working to deadlines
* Results-driven with proven record of delivery against KPIs and SLAs
* Persistent - sees projects through to completion, persevering when faced with barriers
* Detail-oriented - verifies important details, ensuring no surprises or gaps in information
* Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities
* Initiative - Identifying what needs to be done and doing it proactively
* Excellent attention to detail
* Strong organisation skills and effective time management
* Good problem-solving abilities
* Advanced level Excel
* Language skills (French/German/Dutch/Italian) (desirable)
Benefits & Rewards
* Performance Based Bonus Scheme
* Employee Life Assurance
* EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
* ASDA Discount Card - 10% off all ASDA stores
* EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
* Smart Health - 24/7 online GP access, health checks, and wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme - access to our Wellbeing Centre offering emotional & practical support
* Learning & Development - access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library
* Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
* Free Secure Car Parking
* Dress Down Fridays
* Flexi-Time
* Prayer and Ablution Facilities
* Cycle to Work / Shower Facilities
* Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
* Work Anniversary Rewards
* Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is one of the world's leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets. Founded in 2001 by the Issa family, today the company is recognized for its innovative approach to convenience retail.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check funded by EG Group. #J-18808-Ljbffr