Accounts Payable Manager/ Microsoft Dynamics / /P2P Subject Matter Expert/ Continual Improvements Lead/ Systems and Process Development / Excellent Benefits and On-Site Facilities/ Free On-Site Parking/ Office Based Role Accounts Payable Manager Role Overview: NC Associates are recruiting on behalf of an industry leading organisation who due to continual business growth and development require the skills and experience of an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee a team of 8 Clerks. This is a business-critical position that will directly support the Head of Accounts Payable to enhance and ensure systems and process efficiencies across the department. Accounts Payable Manager Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the purchase ledger team to ensure efficiencies over processing of invoices, matching purchase orders, and reconciling supplier statements. Identifying and responding to training needs within the team. Identifying and implementing more effective ways of working to ensure efficiency within the department. Review invoices and payment runs prepared by the team, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Conduct one to ones, monitoring performance and identifying individual development plans for the team. Support and drive project work within the department. Manage recruitment processes for the team – establish requirements, lead interviews, and decide upon candidates to bring into the team alongside the Head of Accounts Payable. Investigate and resolve complex issues or discrepancies. proactively address any escalated queries, resolving disputes, and optimising workflow processes accordingly. Ensure the teams compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements, implementing improvements as needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, finance, and operations, to streamline processes and optimise efficiency. Collaborate with the wider finance team to assist with month-end and year-end closing processes. Ensure that knowledge about changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices related to purchase ledger processes are communicated to the team, upheld, ensuring compliance. Support special projects and initiatives, contributing financial expertise and insight to achieve business objectives. Supporting and driving continual systems and process improvement projects. Accounts Payable Manager Required Experience: Previous experience of managing and motivating a team, ideally within a larger business or shared service centre environment. Proven experience of process and systems implementations and improvements. The ability to manage and deliver any training requirements. The ability to effectively manage different personalities and training styles to achieve best results. Advanced proficiency in using accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O) and Microsoft Excel. Proven experience of leading and supporting systems and process improvement projects. Advanced problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to identify issues, propose solutions, and drive process improvements. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate the tea to achieve desired results and KPIs. The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. To be a subject matter expert in Accounts Payable, possessing a full understanding of Purchase to Pay processes. A willingness to adapt to change and embrace new technologies & processes to enhance productivity and performance. Construction and/ or utilities sector experience is highly advantageous although not essential. If you are an experienced Purchase Ledger Manager who has had exposure to working within larger business and shared service centre environments, I am very keen to speak with you. This is an ideal opportunity for somebody with proven leadership and process improvements experience looking to join a highly successful yet fast growing organisation. Previous use of Dynamics 365 is highly advantageous. please submit your CV for consideration, contact Rosie on or email your cv to We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.