Accounts Payable Controller

About the role

This permanent, full‑time position is based in Cramlington and focuses on managing the purchase ledger end‑to‑end. You will ensure invoices are processed accurately, support timely payments and continuously improve the accounts payable function.

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of the complete accounts payable cycle, processing purchase invoices and credits.
• Match invoices to purchase orders, goods received notes and supplier statements, resolving any discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier statements, investigate outstanding balances and handle supplier queries promptly.
• Register new suppliers and maintain their account details.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Prepare bi‑weekly BACS payment runs and foreign supplier bank payments.
• Maintain audit‑ready records of invoices, approvals, payments and correspondence.
• Support month‑end activities, including accruals and ad‑hoc finance reporting.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial data.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good numeracy and practical understanding of finance administration.
• Problem‑solving ability to investigate and resolve invoice or payment issues.
• Experience driving process improvements.
• Professional discretion when handling confidential information.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Business Central (beneficial)

What we offer

• Annual salary £32,000‑£36,000 plus up to £1,500 bonus.
• Permanent full‑time contract.
• Opportunity to influence and improve finance processes.