Position Overview: We are seeking two strategic Accounts Payable Team Leaders to join our Group Finance function. Leading a busy AP team supporting large-scale operations across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, you will drive people development and process modernization as we continue to scale and upgrade our finance systems.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and develop the AP team. Conduct regular 1-to-1s and performance reviews, balance workloads, and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.
Operational Management: Oversee the end-to-end AP process (invoice verification, workflows, payments, and reconciliations). Maintain hands-on support during peak times and ensure robust cross-training.
Month-End Close: Ensure timely completion of all AP month-end activities, including creditors ledger and bank reconciliations.
Stakeholder Engagement: Resolve supplier queries efficiently and partner closely with procurement, project, and wider finance teams to ensure smooth payment cycles.
Continuous Improvement: Develop and report on AP KPIs, identify automation opportunities, and implement best practices to streamline workflows.
Audit & Compliance: Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring full compliance and timely documentation.
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is desirable.
Training: Professional development or technical training in AP, finance operations, or ERP systems is an advantage.
Profile: Proven experience leading a team in a fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional AP environment.
Randstad encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Whilst appointments will be made on merit alone candidates must be able to prove their right to work in the UK or the Republic of Ireland (as relevant). Randstad acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
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