Accounts Payable Manager

1 Days Old

We're supporting a respected housing organisation based in Wolverhampton who are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join them on an interim basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys improving processes, taking ownership of the AP function, and ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time. You'll play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls and supporting operational teams across the organisation. You must be immediately available to start the role. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the full accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices Manage weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approval processes Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries, discrepancies, and aged items promptly Work closely with internal teams (repairs, maintenance, estates, compliance, etc.) to validate invoices and support budgeting accuracy Ensure compliance with sector-specific requirements and internal financial policies Review and streamline AP processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting. Support period-end processes, including accruals, reporting, and audit preparation Monitor AP KPIs and provide management with updates on performance and outstanding issues Build strong working relationships with key suppliers to maintain a positive partnership approach What We're Looking For: Strong experience in Accounts Payable management, ideally within housing, social housing, property, construction, or related sectors Confident overseeing the full AP cycle, with excellent attention to detail A problem-solver who enjoys improving processes and strengthening controls Strong systems skills (any housing/ERP finance system experience a bonus) What's on Offer: Flexible 1-2 days per week working arrangement Supportive, values-driven team within the housing sector Opportunity to add real value by tightening controls and enhancing processes Fixed-term contract with potential for extension depending on business needs Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.

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Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accountancy