Hutcheon Mearns are delighted to partner with our key client in their recruitment of an experienced AP Manager to join their thriving team.

As the AP Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing end AP operations, including invoice processing, vendor management, and payment execution.

You'll lead the charge on driving process improvements and automation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic setting and is eager to make a measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the payables team, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing and payment execution.
• Prepare and present payables performance reports to senior leadership, offering insights and recommendations.
• Oversee the payables process across the region, ensuring alignment with company policies and contractual obligations.
• Act as the escalation point for vendor disputes, payment issues, and other P2P challenges.
• Drive automation efforts
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and internal risk management requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience in Accounts Payable, preferably within a shared service or multinational environment..
• Strong understanding of compliance, internal controls, and risk management (SOX compliance preferred).
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including the ability to engage with senior leadership.
• A history of driving process improvements and enforcing PO compliance.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and drive strategic improvements.

Qualifications Experience:

• A demonstratable background of working within management in payables.
• Ability to imbed quickly and strategically in to a new environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid working 3 days in the office.
• Opportunities for career development in a fast-moving, innovative company.
• Be part of a forward-thinking team that values efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

For a confidential discussion around the role, please contact me via pamela.mcculloch@hutcheonmearns.co.uk, please note that as sponsorship is not offered, only candidates who have the right to work in the UK can apply for the role.