Job Ref: 214784129

Date: 2021-09-30 14:38:36

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My client is a progressive and long-established company with a HQ based in Milton Keynes.

They are currently seeking an experienced Purchase to Payment Manager to join their Finance Team on a nine month contract – working on a hybrid, in-office/home-based flexible working scenario with full tech package provided.

This is an exciting time to be joining the business as they are experiencing growth and the results from the previous 18 months trading saw minimal impact from C19.

As the Purchase to Payment manager, you will have overall accountability for the Purchase Ledger and Payroll functions. You will be responsible for maintaining a strong control environment within the immediate teams whilst working with other stakeholders to strengthen the P2P process. You will also have direct management responsibility for the Payments team (4 reports).

Duties include:
*Overseeing the weekly Payments routine (purchase ledger, employee expenses and other ad-hoc transfers), providing a final level of review for all outgoing payments
*Working with the Payments and Compliance Teams to improve the end-to-end P2P process
*Supporting the Payroll team as necessary with the preparation of two in-house payrolls (approximately 600 people).
*Taking responsibility for the final review of payroll files, prior to submission
*Overseeing monthly payroll cost accounting and providing commentary to senior management
*Leading the maintenance of a strong Controls environment in all areas of P2P and payroll processes
*Participate in functional process and system improvement initiatives
*Providing other ad hoc analysis to both the Finance team and the wider business

The Candidate:
*An established team manager with a proven track record of leading and motivating a team
*Previous experience of overseeing complex Procurement and Accounts Payable processes
*Intermediate to advanced excels skills as this role will involve data management and analysis
*Knowledge of a variety on Finance systems eg SAP, Concur & HR systems
*A general understanding of the payroll process, although technical payroll expertise isn't a must
*Able to display a strong technical understanding of AP processes and excellent attention to detail
*Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to communicate the results clearly and confidently to colleagues
*A professional and organised approach and able to take responsibility for end results
*Experience in working as a Finance contractor within AP projects
*Availability to start within 1 month

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Payables Manager to join a highly respected business in Milton Keynes.

If you want to take on a new challenge within a fantastic team and in a rewarding environment – please apply now or email me with your CV to arrange a call to discuss further (url removed).

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