Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Manager East London (Hybrid Working) Permanent | Full-Time Circa £45,000 per annum + Benefits Managing a Team of 5

Our client, a well-established and growing European business, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Manager to join their expanding UK finance team based in East London. This is a permanent opportunity offering hybrid working and the chance to play a key role in a business that is continuing to scale across its markets.

The Opportunity Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take full ownership of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, managing a team of five (split across both areas). This is a hands-on management role requiring strong operational oversight, team leadership, and a focus on process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Oversight * Lead, develop, and support a team of 5 across AP and AR * Set clear objectives and monitor performance against KPIs * Drive a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Accounts Payable * Oversee end-to-end invoice processing and payment runs * Manage supplier reconciliations and resolve escalated queries * Ensure strong financial controls and compliance with internal policies * Maintain effective supplier relationships

Accounts Receivable * Oversee billing, cash allocation, and credit control processes * Monitor aged debt and implement effective collection strategies * Work cross-functionally to resolve disputes and improve cash flow * Ensure accurate debtor reconciliations

Controls & Reporting * Support month-end close activities across AP and AR * Produce reporting on aged creditors/debtors and cash flow * Identify and implement process efficiencies and system improvements * Assist with audit requirements and ensure regulatory compliance

About You * Proven experience overseeing both AP and AR functions * Prior experience managing or supervising a finance team * Strong understanding of financial controls and reconciliations * Hands-on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Strong systems skills and confident Excel user

What's on Offer * Salary circa £45,000 per annum * Competitive benefits package * Hybrid working (East London office base) * Opportunity to join a European organisation in an exciting phase of growth * Long-term development and progression opportunities

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