Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable ManagerAn international professional services business is seeking to recruit an experienced AP Manager to be based in either their Southampton or London office.Role PurposeResponsible for the end-to-end management, control, and efficiency of the firm s global Accounts Payable function. This role requires a detail-oriented leader with expertise in multi-currency legal invoice processing, expense management, and compliance with international tax legislation (VAT/GST).Reports to: Group Finance DirectorPrincipal Duties Oversee daily operations of the Accounts Payable department across all jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, expenses, disbursements, and payment runs.Manage the firm-wide expense reporting system, ensuring employee reimbursements comply with firm policies and tax regulations.Act as the escalation point for internal and external AP queries.Establish, implement, and enforce internal controls to safeguard assets and mitigate fraud risk, particularly in multi-jurisdictional wire payments.Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations (VAT, GST, withholding tax, offshore requirements).Maintain vendor and employee data accuracy, ensuring proper vetting and authorization across all entities.Serve as the primary contact for external and internal auditors, providing documentation and explanations of AP processes and controls.Supervise, mentor, and develop the AP team, setting performance goals, conducting ..... full job details .....