Accounts Payable Supervisor

  • Reed
  • Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
  • May 10, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Accounts Payable Supervisor

  • Annual Salary: up to £35000
  • Location: Hatfield
  • Job Type: Full-time

Join our team as an Accounts Payable Supervisor, where you will oversee and support the finance division's accounts payable activities aswell as having responsibility for 2 experienced AP clerks. This role is crucial for managing invoice processing, resolving supplier queries, and ensuring efficient administrative operations.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Oversee the processing of invoices, payments, and expenses, ensuring all transactions are completed accurately and on time.
  • Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice queries and ensure timely payment.
  • Perform account reconciliations and manage month-end duties including processing overhead invoices and intercompany recharges.
  • Supervise the accounts payable team, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all processes.
  • Track and analyse team performance against KPIs, producing regular reports to inform management reviews and drive continuous improvement.
  • Lead performance review processes, providing structured feedback, coaching, and development support to team members.
  • Handle routine administrative functions such as filing, photocopying, emailing, and maintaining records related to the accounts payable function.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Minimum education to GCSE level.
  • Proven experience in accounting processes and procedures.
  • Previous team management experience in a similar role.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Good working knowledge of SAP.
  • Strong numeric and literacy skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Methodical, organised, and efficient, with keen attention to detail.

Benefits:

  • Quarterly performance bonus

To apply for the Accounts Payable Supervisor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.