Role: Accounts Payable Team Leader
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA
Hours: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: Up to £35,000 (Depending on experience)
Bonus Scheme: Bonus Incentive
Company: EG On the Move
About the role:
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Team Leader to oversee the efficient and accurate processing of supplier invoices, payments, and related financial activities. In this key role, you will lead and support a dedicated AP team, acting as the main point of contact for resolving queries, ensuring compliance with company policies, and delivering high‑quality, timely outputs. You will take ownership of day‑to‑day operations, coach and develop team members, and play an active role in driving process improvements across the AP function.
What you’ll do:
- Manage and support a team of AP clerks, ensuring all team members are performing effectively, meeting KPIs, and adhering to policies and procedures.
- Ensure the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, addressing any discrepancies, and ensuring that all invoices are matched to the correct Purchase Orders (PO).
- Oversee the payment process to ensure that supplier payments are made correctly and on time, adhering to internal controls and financial guidelines.
- Provide guidance, training, and ongoing support to AP team members. Promote continuous learning and ensure team members are equipped to handle complex AP issues.
- Act as the first point of contact for AP queries from internal stakeholders or suppliers and escalate issues to the Accounts Payable Manager when necessary.
- Assist in identifying and implementing improvements in AP workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
- Assist in the preparation of AP reports, including aged creditors, payment exceptions, and other key metrics for senior management.
- Work closely with internal teams such as Finance, Procurement, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and resolve any cross-functional issues
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and external regulatory requirements in all AP activities.
- Support the Finance Operations Manager with additional tasks as required.
What’s in it for you?
Whether you're looking to build a long-term career as we expand across the UK or seeking a job with top benefits, we've got you covered:
- Bonus Incentive
- Flexible hours — start anytime between 8–10 AM and work your 8‑hour day your way
- 15% Food to Go Discounts – Greggs, Starbucks, Subway, Popeyes, Chaiiwala, Sbarro & SpudBros Express
- Free on-Site Parking
- Waterside Café – Freshly prepared meals everyday
- On site Prayer and Ablution Facilities
- Employee Assistance program
- Support for mental and financial wellbeing
- Life Insurance
- Legal Assistance
- Retail Discounts
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Salary Sacrifice Pension
What we are looking for:
- Proven experience in Accounts Payable, including team leadership or supervisory responsibilities, with solid knowledge of AP processes such as invoice processing, PO matching, and payment reconciliation.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
- Experience using ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle), ideally with exposure to invoice automation tools or process improvement initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate confidently across teams and stakeholders; French language skills would be an advantage.
Be a part of it:
As EG On the Move grows, we’re excited to welcome talented individuals to our team. We are about building a workplace where expertise and growth come together. Here, your skills matter, and you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact. Join us and be part of something meaningful!
Please note - you are required to successfully pass a DBS check, which will be funded by EG On The Move.
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