Accounts Payable Manager

Company: Michael Page International
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Location: Reading
Job Description:

Overview

In this role, you will lead the accounts payable function to ensure timely, accurate payments and compliance within a collaborative finance team. You will drive process improvements to boost efficiency and support month-end close while providing financial information to other departments. The position emphasizes growth within a well-established, growth‑oriented organisation and offers a hybrid working model. You will work closely with leadership to develop the AP process and support audits and supplier queries for smooth operations.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible hybrid working model
  • free on-site parking
  • supportive and collaborative team culture
  • modern office environment
  • excellent work-life balance
  • opportunity for contract extension or future opportunities

Responsibilities

  • Manage the accounts payable process from invoice verification to payment approvals
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
  • Oversee supplier account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Maintain accurate transaction records and update financial systems
  • Support month-end and year-end closing related to accounts payable
  • Collaborate with other departments to address payment queries and provide financial information
  • Monitor and improve AP processes for efficiency and accuracy
  • Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and information

Key requirements

  • Experience managing accounts payable processes in a professional setting
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Good communication skills to liaise with suppliers and internal teams
  • attention to detail
  • organisational skills
  • communication
  • multitasking
  • Microsoft Excel
  • financial systems

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Posted: October 11th, 2026