Accounts Payable Manager

Interim Accounts Payable Manager, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Hybrid (2-3 days on-site per week)
Length: 3-6 Months
Circa -32- -35kpa eqv.
Start Date: ASAP

We are proud to be working with a well-regarded organisation that has built a strong reputation for valuing and investing in its people. With a positive and collaborative culture, our client is looking for an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Manager to step into a key role during a period of transition.

The Role:
You will lead the day-to-day running of the Accounts Payable function, managing a small team and ensuring all activities align with the company''s financial objectives and regulatory standards. This is a hands-on, leadership-focused interim opportunity where your expertise will make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the full Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of all supplier payments
* Manage and support a small team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance oversight
* Drive the team to meet tight deadlines and performance metrics, in line with compliance and regulatory requirements
* Maintain a high level of accuracy and control, ensuring all transactions are processed with precision and due diligence
* Engage with stakeholders across the business to improve AP processes, escalate issues, and hold departments accountable where necessary

Ideal Candidate:
* Proven background in Accounts Payable leadership, ideally in a fast-paced environment
* Experienced in managing and motivating teams, with a collaborative and supportive approach
* Strong organisational skills and able to thrive in a deadline-driven setting
* Meticulous attention to detail and a methodical, process-driven mindset
* Confident communicator, capable of liaising with senior stakeholders and challenging processes where appropriate

Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.