Accounts Payable Team Lead

Accounts Payable Manager

📍 Cardiff
📄 Fixed-Term Contract | Full-Time | Site-Based
💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join our finance team on a fixed-term contract based in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on and organised finance professional to lead the accounts payable function within a busy and fast-paced environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the accounts payable department, ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently. You will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, supporting the wider finance team, and driving continuous improvement across AP processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable function
• Supervise and support the AP team
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices
• Oversee weekly and monthly payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries promptly
• Maintain accurate financial records and reporting
• Support month-end and audit processes
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies

About You

• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable Manager or Senior AP position
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and controls
• Previous team management or supervisory experience
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong systems knowledge, including Excel and finance software
• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented approach

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• On-site parking
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within the finance team

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional available for a fixed-term opportunity in Cardiff, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV.