Accounts Payable Team Lead

Job DescriptionAccounts Payable Team Lead, Contract Job, Derry, Competitive SalaryYour new companyYou will work for a global company and a market leader whose service, innovation and quality keep them at the forefront of their industry. They have 11 sites worldwide, employ over 1,400 people and have been in business for over 60 years.Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.Your new roleAs AP Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the performance management of the team of 3, across 4 sites. In addition, the lead must proactively pursue process improvements and standardisation. This leader will be expected to promote and participate in an environment of strong internal control and excellent customer service, while providing leadership and support through periods of considerable volume growth.Plan and direct the work efforts of the AP AssociatesResponsible for the leadership and mentoring of the team, develop and monitor team and department performance KPIs such as volumes, on time processing, write offs, blocked items, etc. and use these to drive action.Identifying and fulfilling training requirements of team membersOversees and lead goods/invoice receipt variance, query resolution processes and accrual processesCalculate and report on monthly performance metrics to key stakeholders, including cash flow and Networking Capital, Site Spend and other reports as required.Development, maintain and document standard AP & Payments processesEnsure prompt payment of invoices while taking advantage of discounts when appropriateEnsure supplier statement reconciliations are performed and utilised for GRIR clear downsWork with relevant stakeholders to ensure VAT complianceRespond to business unit and supplier queries in a prompt and professional manner, working with the business unit accounting teams to resolve open issues.Proactively pursue process improvements and standardisation, help develop and maintain adequate controls for APSupport the AR team with Cash CollectionConcur Expense ProcessingWhat you'll need to succeedDemonstrated team leadership with the ability to lead the achievement of resultsExperience of working in a fast-paced and high-volume environmentStrong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications, ERP systems and banking software as needed to perform duties of the positionStrong organisational skills in handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously with high attention to detail and a high level of accuracyDesirable Criteria:Degree or equivalent in Finance or Accounting or 3+ of relevant experienceFinancial accounting acumen to understand the impacts made in executing AP & payments workflowCash Flow Management experienceWhat you'll get in returnYou will work for a global company on a contracted basis for 6 months, with the possibility of extension. Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 8am-5pm with a 12noon finish on a Friday. You will be offered a competitive salary. xjdpvnf What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4761556

Created: 2026-03-18