Accounts Payable Manager / AP manager Accounts Payable Manager - 3-Month Temporary Contract (may go permanent)We are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation for an Accounts Payable Manager to join their Business & Finance Services team on a 3‑month temporary assignment. This is a unique opportunity to combine strong accounts payable expertise with stakeholder management in a role that directly supports their  financial operations.The RoleLead and coach a team of nine Accounts Payable staff, ensuring performance, development, and effective workload managementOversee the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expenses, and payments, including veterinary suppliersManage payment runs, payroll, foreign currency, and ad hoc payments, optimising cashflow and complianceAct as a systems super‑user, supporting platforms such as Salesforce, Coupa, and AccesspayPartner with finance stakeholders to resolve queries, improve processes, and ensure adherence to policies and regulations.Candidate ProfileProven experience in accounts payable management, ideally within complex or multi‑stakeholder environmentsStrong leadership skills with a track record of coaching and developing teamsExcellent systems knowledge and advanced Excel skillsAbility to manage reconciliations, reporting, and compliance with accuracy and attention to detailStrong communication skills and confidence in liaising with both finance and non‑finance stakeholdersContract DetailsDuration: 3 months (temporary assignment)Location: Greater Reading (office presence will be required do please only apply if you are able to commute to Reading)Start Date: Immediate Please Contact us for more information. # 4751767