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Accounts Payable Manager - Maternity Cover

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £40000 - £43000 per annum
  • Job Type:Contract

Posted 2 days ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Harry Porter
  • Contact Email: harry.porter@handle.co.uk
  • Duration: 12 Months
  • Expiry Date: 28 September 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH112527

We're looking for an experienced AP Manager to join a fast-paced and creative production company on a 12-month maternity cover contract. Starting in October, you'll manage a small team, oversee AP operations, and support the Financial Controller in driving process improvements across a collaborative finance function.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the AP team, providing training and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations

  • Oversee invoice processing, expense claims, Ltd Co payroll, and payment runs

  • Manage credit card and prepaid card programmes, including reconciliations and postings

  • Review bank reconciliations, weekly cashflow forecasts, and key AP accounts

  • Resolve supplier queries, reconcile statements, and build strong relationships

  • Support month-end with tasks such as cashflow reporting and PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations

Requirements

  • Previous AP leadership experience in a fast-paced, changing environment

  • Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, IF/SUMIF)

  • Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

  • Knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and multi-currency reconciliations

  • Proactive, adaptable, and able to work with minimal supervision

  • Experience with PMI accounting system and Barclays.NET banking is desirable, but not essential

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