We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Accounts Payable Team Leader to join the finance department of a company based in Isleworth. The Accounts Payable Team Leader is responsible for driving their team to deliver documented and auditable processes, accurately input data relating to purchase and expense invoices, manage and reconcile supplier accounts, deal with queries and arrange payments to suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Initial point of contact for the Accounts Payable Clerks, supporting the team with people related matters
• Effective resource planning to ensure services are delivered by the Accounts Payable Clerks
• Drive timely management of purchase invoice and payment queries, updating tickets, liaising with suppliers, and proactively seeking resolution through internal and external communication channels or running payment processes
• Perform monthly and ad-hoc supplier statement reconciliations
• Resolve recurring issues and process improvement opportunities
• Monitoring the delivery of agreed services against the daily/weekly plan
• Effectively monitor invoices over and under 30 days old
• Work closely with the rest of the Accounts Payable team to ensure issues are monitored and resolved
• Observe and actively promote the company Health, Safety and Environment ethos and help building a fun and supportive environment in the Finance Shared Service Centre.
• Carry-out monthly 1:1 reviews & annual appraisals with the Accounts Payable Clerks
• Daily review KPI's and assess areas of improvement, to ensure increased productivity and success

Requirements:

• Computer literate, numerate, attention to detail, logical and methodical approach to work.
• Ability to follow documented and auditable processes.
• Knowledge of sage accounting system or similar.
• Written communication skills.
• Organisational skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Fun and positive attitude.
• Manage demanding workloads and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for working with people and a flexible approach to work.

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