Head of Accounts Payable

Sharp Consultancy are supporting a leading UK business based in Leeds with the recruitment of a Head of Accounts Payable, on a 12-month fixed term contract basis.

This role reports to the Financial Controller and is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys improving processes, and is passionate about developing strong supplier and internal relationships.

As the Head of Accounts Payable, you will oversee the full Purchase Ledger function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, CIS deductions, and supplier queries. You'll lead and support the Purchase Ledger Team, while working collaboratively with Finance, Commercial, and Purchasing to uphold financial control.

• Overseeing accurate processing of supplier invoices, ensuring VAT and compliance checks.
• Matching invoices to POs and follow up on outstanding authorisations.
• Posting invoices and credits into Sage using correct nominal codes.
• Identify and manage CIS deductions and retentions.
• Resolve invoice queries with internal teams.
• Manage bi monthly payment runs through Sage and Santander.
• Forecast upcoming costs and liaise with the Finance Director.
• Process ad hoc payments, direct debits, and payments on account.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify CIS applicable subcontractor invoices.
• Calculate CIS deductions and validate material costs.
• Ensure compliance with CIS and Domestic Reverse Charge regulations.
• Lead, coach, and support the Purchase Ledger Team.
• Manage holidays, absences, and monthly 1:1s.
• Review team performance and drive process improvements.

• GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent).
• 2+ years' experience in Purchase Ledger.
• 1+ year in a people management role.
• Strong Sage experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast paced environment.

• Experience in the Construction industry.
• Knowledge of CIS and Domestic Reverse Charge.

• Annual leave + pension + free on site car parking + EAP.
• Salary £37,000 per annum.
• Monday - Friday office based role.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.