The Accounts Payable department in Manchester consists of a team of
8. This includes 1 Supervisor, 2 Senior Accounts Payable Clerks and 5
Accounts Payable Clerks.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Senior to lead a team
of three professionals focused on managing the new vendor process. The
ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable,
vendor management, and team leadership. This role will be responsible
for overseeing the onboarding of new vendors, ensuring compliance with
company policies and procedures, and optimizing the vendor management
process for efficiency and accuracy for all UK offices.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct regular training sessions for team members on vendor
management best practices, system updates, and compliance requirements.
Oversee the new vendor onboarding process, including vendor setup,
verification, and maintenance of vendor records.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as procurement and
finance, to streamline the vendor onboarding process and improve efficiency.
Leadership and supervision of 3 direct reports will be essential
in ensuring the smooth operation of the UK Accounts Payable function.
Conduct regular audits of vendor accounts to ensure accuracy and
completeness of vendor information.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to
vendor management and accounts payable processes.
Provide regular reports and updates to management on vendor
management activities and performance.
Assist with the development and implementation of standardised
procedures and workflows for the new vendor onboarding process to
ensure consistency and efficiency.
Act as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, issue
resolution, and escalations, maintaining positive vendor relationships.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities
for cost savings, process improvements, and automation in the vendor
management process.
Support special projects related to vendor management, such as
system upgrades, process redesign, or vendor consolidation initiatives.
Essential Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate for the Accounts Payable Supervisor role should
possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related
field, along with ideally 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable
and ideally a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory capacity. They must
demonstrate a strong understanding of vendor management processes and
best practices, coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal
skills to effectively lead a team of accounts payable specialists.
Proficiency in 3E and Microsoft Excel is essential for this role, as
is the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and thrive in a
fast-paced environment.
Moreover, the candidate should have experience in developing and
implementing standardized procedures for the vendor onboarding
process, as well as a proven track record of training team members on
vendor management best practices. Strong problem-solving skills are
crucial for resolving vendor issues efficiently, while a comprehensive
knowledge of industry trends and regulations related to vendor
management and accounts payable is necessary to ensure compliance and
best practices within the organization. Additionally, experience in
leading special projects, conducting vendor negotiations, and
monitoring key performance indicators related to vendor management
will be valuable assets in this role.
Business Services Competencies
Clyde & Co is committed to providing extensive, personal and
professional development opportunities for our people enabling them to
be highly effective in their current role as well as assisting them to
fulfil their career aspirations.
The competencies are used to inform all aspects of Business Services
career development. They vary across levels and different business
areas and fall under the following areas:
Technical Excellence
People and Team
Client/Stakeholder Relationships
Service Delivery and Commercial Awareness
Personal Effectiveness
This is the job description as constituted at present;
however the Firm reserves the right to reasonably amend it in
accordance with the changing needs of the business.
