Position: Accounts Payable Supervisor Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum (dependant on experience) Location: Hybrid – Home/office (minimum 2 days a week in our London office) Hours: Full Time ABOUT US Williams, Stanley & Co is a leading accountancy firm catering to a diverse range of clients within the hospitality industry, from high street chains to family-run cafes. Our company began with a mission to provide accurate and actionable financial insights to businesses, drawing from our founders’ own experiences in managing multiple rapidly growing ventures. Driven by a commitment to customer-first accounting, we’ve assembled a team of experienced and trusted accountants who share our vision for excellence. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and expertise, our team operates seamlessly across different locations, including the UK, Philippines and Dubai. ABOUT YOU We’re looking for a dedicated AP Supervisor to join our dynamic team. As a key player in our accounts payable department reporting into our AP Manager, you will bring your expertise and leadership to ensure smooth and accurate financial operations, focussing on process development and ensuring processing and invoicing is executed in a timely fashion. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be proactive in problem-solving, and excel in managing multiple tasks simultaneously. You are detail-oriented, highly organised, a strong and motivating leader and have a strong understanding of accounts payable processes and best practices. You are: • An analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving and data analysis skills • Detail-oriented to ensure accuracy in financial transactions and reports • Proactive in identifying and resolving issues and improving efficiency • A natural leader that can supervise and support our AP team • Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously • Highly organised – able to manage and prioritise your workload efficiently • Adaptable and flexible to handle changing priorities and deadlines • Technically proficient with advanced Excel skills and experience with NetSuite or other SAP systems • Knowledgeable in Accounts Payable processes, financial forecasting, and budgeting • A strong communicator, able to collaborate and build relationships effectively • Customer service-oriented to address and resolve supplier inquiries promptly • Capable of conflict resolution to handle escalations and disputes effectively What You’ll Be Doing: • Team Management: Supervising and mentoring AP team members, assigning tasks, and monitoring performance. • Invoice & Payment Processing: Ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments while maintaining compliance with financial policies. • Reconciliation & Reporting: Overseeing supplier statement reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, and preparing AP reports for management. • Process Improvement: Identifying inefficiencies in the AP process and implementing improvements to enhance accuracy and speed. • Stakeholder Management: Liaising with internal departments (procurement, finance, etc.) and external suppliers to resolve payment issues. • Compliance & Audits: Ensuring adherence to tax regulations (e.g., VAT), company policies, and audit requirements. • Month-End & Year-End Close: Supporting financial reporting and working closely with the finance team during closing periods. Skills & Qualifications – Experience: Several years in AP or finance, with leadership experience. – Accounting Knowledge: Strong understanding of AP processes, financial regulations, and tax compliance. – Software Proficiency: Extensive experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills. – Leadership & Communication: Ability to lead a team, provide training, and effectively communicate with stakeholders. – Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to resolve invoice discrepancies and improve processes. WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive salary • Membership on our Employee Recognition platform YuLife- with numerous free perks and access to counselling services and training providers • Ongoing career progression, training and support in gaining nationally recognised qualifications (including Education Scheme and ACCA Support) • 30 days holiday entitlement pro rata (including Bank Holidays) with an additional day for each year of service • Great pension scheme (Penfold) • Fun company socials and events • Flexible hybrid working model (2 days minimum in the office) • Employee Assistance Programme and coaching for personal and professional development • Enhanced parental leave policy (subject to length of service requirements) • Birthday leave – an additional day of leave to be taken on or around your Birthday • Mental Health Half Days – celebrating the power of ‘Me Time’ • Annual Pay Reviews and Biannual Appraisals – career progression is everything • Perks and benefits on our HR platform Employment Hero