Accounts Payable Lead

Accounts Payable Lead
Exeter, Devon
£28,000 - £35,000

Our client, a rapidly growing organisation, is currently seeking to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join their growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.

As the Accounts Payable Lead, you will play a vital role in managing the accounts payable function for the organisation and supporting the wider Finance team.

The responsibilities:

• Process purchase ledger invoices for multiple companies, ensuring that all payments and statement reconciliations are completed with the utmost accuracy and attention to detail, maintaining the integrity of financial data across entities.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers, maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date financial records to support the smooth operation of the accounts payable function.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies that arise, applying problem-solving skills to ensure that all financial records are accurate and complete.
• Possess an excellent working knowledge of Xero, utilizing this expertise to manage financial tasks efficiently and effectively within the accounting software.
• Liaise with third-party suppliers, fostering positive relationships and ensuring effective communication to support the financial operations of the Group.
• Provide support to the Finance Team as needed, undertaking various ad hoc duties to contribute to the overall efficiency and success of the department.
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of Management Accounts, supporting the Finance Team in delivering accurate and insightful financial reports.
• Process staff expenses and mileage claims, ensuring that all submissions are handled promptly and accurately in accordance with company policies.

The candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Possess excellent working knowledge of Xero and have previous experience with the Purchase Ledger.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial and personal documents and data.
• Proficiency in standard office software, especially Excel.
• Exhibit excellent organizational and time management skills.

If you would like to know more about this Accounts Payable Lead opportunity, please get in touch with Andrew Perring, here at Lloyd Barnes Accountancy Recruitment.

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