Accounts Payable Manager

Interim Accounts Payable Manager Northampton / hybrid (1 day WFH)Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30 Competitive hourly / daily rate Immediate start We''re looking for an experienced Interim Accounts Payable Manager to take full control of a high-volume Purchase Ledger function for a period of approximately 3 months. Responsibilities: - Take full ownership of the Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger function - Lead and support an established AP team, including apprentices- Ensure accurate, reconciled ledgers and controlled payment runs - Maintain strong financial controls and governance - Support month-end close, accruals and reporting - Provide clear liability visibility to support cashflow - Act as the senior escalation point for suppliers and internal stakeholders - Identify and implement process improvements where possible What We Need: - Proven experience leading a high-volume AP function - Able to motivate and steady a team - Confident managing payment runs, controls and compliance - Experience in multi-site or operational businesses - Someone who can quickly assess, prioritise and deliver - Resilient and comfortable operating at pace Why This Interim Role? - Full functional ownership from day one - Visible impact across finance and operations - Key leadership position during a critical period - Opportunity to stabilise, improve and hand over a well-run ..... full job details .....