Accounts Payable Supervisor

Overview

Supervise the AP team, manage invoice processing and payments, ensure accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• invoice processing
• payment runs
• vendor reconciliation
• reporting
• month-end close
• process improvement

Tasks

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounts payable department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. This role involves building and supervising the accounts payable team, implementing and maintaining efficient processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting principles. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented and organised individual with strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid understanding of accounts payable procedures. -Manage the full accounts payable cycle from goods and invoice receipt to payment disbursement while ensuring the accurate and timely processing of a high volume of invoices with proper coding, documentation, and approvals. -Prepare and process payment runs accurately and on schedule. -Supervise and manage the accounts payable team, including training, mentoring, and performance management. -Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparing accruals and reconciliations. -Collaborate effectively with other departments to resolve payment-related issues and ensure smooth financial operations. -Prepare accounts payable reports, including aging analysis and other relevant financial information, for management review. -Ensure the accurate maintenance of accounts payable records and documentation. -Reconcile vendor statements, identify and resolve any discrepancies. -Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and support. -Stay up-to-date with relevant accounting regulations and best practices -Maintain strong relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving discrepancies in a professional and timely manner. -Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounts payable function, with hands-on experience in building, setting up, and implementing accounts payable processes.

Requirements

• acca/cima
• sap
• oracle
• excel
• accounts payable
• team leadership

What You Bring

-Qualification in Accounting/ Finance ACCA and CIMA -High level of accuracy and attention to detail. -Ability to interact effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders. -Strong knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable processes. -Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. -Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. -Proven Experience Leading and Managing Teams -Proficiency in using accounting software (e.g. SAP, Oracle). -Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. -Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and develop team members -Knowledge of relevant VAT rules and regulations (Desirable)

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About Vvb Engineering

-Evolved from a tunnel specialist into a full-lifecycle infrastructure partner. -Combining Tier 1 robustness with Tier 2 agility, the firm tackles large-scale rail, highways, tunnels, power, and renewables schemes. -Typical projects include major M&E installations—mechanical, electrical, fire, and telecom—in national grid tunnels, Crossrail, highways, and energy recovery centres. -Their systems-led approach integrates design, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance under one roof. -Standout work includes telecom upgrades on the Dartford Crossing and M&E systems for Crossrail C-335/C-360 stations. -They work directly with Tier 1 contractors and end-users, self-delivering from concept through to handover.

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