Accounts Payable Supervisor

4708812
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Liverpool
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Part Qualified Accountant
  • Industry

    Energy, Utilities & Mining
  • Pay

    Up to £35K

Accounts Payable Supervisor | Up to £35K + Bonus Scheme | Liverpool

Job Title: Purchase Ledger Supervisor
Location: Liverpool
Up to £35,000 per annum + Bonus Scheme

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Annual salary reviews
  • Casual dress code
  • Social office culture with regular team activities


Overview

A well-established and growing organisation is seeking a Purchase Ledger Supervisor to lead their accounts payable function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong purchase ledger experience and leadership skills to join a collaborative and friendly finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the purchase ledger team, providing guidance and support
  • Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, particularly for vehicle parts, fuel, maintenance, and workshop services
  • Manage fuel usage records, run daily fuel reports, and post related supplier invoices weekly
  • Match and code invoices in line with the company’s nominal structure.
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships and collaborate with internal departments to resolve payment/invoice issues
  • Produce weekly purchase order reports summarising spend by supplier and vehicle, reviewing nominal coding accuracy and analysing year-to-date figures and weekly averages
  • Work closely with fleet and workshop managers to resolve purchase order or invoice queries
  • Manage supplier payment runs and ensure timely processing, including posting payments and recording daily direct debits
  • Post and reconcile company credit card transactions monthly, liaising with internal teams for supporting documentation
  • Reconcile intercompany accounts and raise recharges for accurate cost allocation
  • Monitor aged creditor reports and follow up on outstanding balances
  • Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and ledger reconciliations
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
  • Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation and responses
Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a purchase ledger/accounts payable role, ideally in a high-volume environment and in a supervisory capacity
  • Strong working knowledge of purchase ledger systems and financial processes
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels
  • Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload under pressure
  • Confident user of Microsoft Excel
Desirable:

  • AAT qualification (or working towards)
  • Experience using Sage 200
  • Familiarity with vehicle workshop and depot-related purchasing processes
  • Experience in waste management, logistics, or fleet services industries

Interested? Click apply now or email your CV to lauren.taylor1@hays.com

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