Accounts Payable Manager (Permanent)


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£40,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Manchester, M1 4BT
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 4 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Oct 2026
Closing date:	27 Nov 2026

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Summary

Your new company

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a fast-paced and evolving organisation. This is a remote role based in Manchester and would suit an accomplished AP leader who has successfully managed large overseas Accounts Payable teams.

Your new role

As Accounts Payable Manager, you will take ownership of the AP function, leading and developing a sizeable remote team whilst ensuring a high standard of accuracy, control and service.

A key part of this position will be managing an overseas AP team of approximately 20+ people, so previous experience of successfully leading a remote/international finance team of this size is essential.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading, managing and developing a large overseas Accounts Payable team, including 2 direct reports

Taking overall responsibility for the day-to-day AP function and performance of the team

Managing high-volume invoice processing and approval workflows

Reviewing work completed by the team and ensuring consistently high levels of accuracy

Managing supplier ledgers, statement reconciliations, payment runs and queries

Developing and improving AP processes, controls and automation

Identifying areas for greater efficiency across the function

Managing workloads, priorities and deadlines across a remotely based team

Handling escalations and resolving more complex supplier or stakeholder queries

Building effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and clients

Reviewing and approving transactions and documentation within the accounting system

Setting clear expectations and maintaining accountability across the team

What you'll need to succeed

This role requires an experienced AP Manager, rather than someone looking to take their first step into management.You will need:

Extensive Accounts Payable experience, with strong technical knowledge of the full AP function

Proven experience in managing a remote overseas team is prefered t successfully leading and developing Accounts Payable teams

Previous experience managing a large remote/overseas AP team, ideally 20+ employees

A minimum of 3 years' AP management experience

Experience working within a high-volume, fast-paced finance environment

Strong people-management skills and the confidence to manage performance and set clear expectations

Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively under pressure

Advanced Excel skills and good overall Microsoft Office knowledge

Experience with accounting/ERP systems such as NetSuite, Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar

Experience of process improvement, controls and automated approval workflows

What you'll get in return

You will be joining a growing and fast-paced environment where you can take genuine ownership of the Accounts Payable function and have a real influence over how the team operates.

The role offers:

Permanent position

Competitive salary £40-45,000 depending on experience

Based in Manchester - Remote working (occasional office working maybe required)

Working hours of 9.00am-5.30pm with a one-hour lunch

Support towards professional qualifications

30 days holiday entitlement pro rata (including Bank Holidays) with an additional day for each year of service, plus 2 mental health days for your benefit when a break is needed.

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme and professional development support

Enhanced parental leave, subject to qualifying criteria

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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