Accounts Payable Lead

About the role

The Accounts Payable Lead will head the AP function within the Finance team, ensuring accurate, timely processing of supplier transactions while maintaining high standards of service and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, overseeing invoice processing, payments, reconciliations and purchase‑to‑pay activities.
• Develop performance standards, coach staff, review work quality and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as subject‑matter expert for AP systems, lead automation initiatives and support system enhancements, ensuring robust controls and data integrity.

Required profile

• Significant supervisory experience in Accounts Payable within the social housing sector, covering end‑to‑end purchase‑to‑pay operations.
• Proven people‑management skills, including setting objectives, performance management and team development.
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong financial control and compliance focus.

Required skills

• Expertise in purchase‑to‑pay processes and financial controls.
• Super‑user experience with P2P platforms, SUN and Microsoft Dynamics.
• Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Experience with system improvements, automation and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).