Accounts Payable Supervisor

Job Description

Temporary Accounts Payable Supervisor - Leeds.

Our client, a respected and long‑established organisation in the finance sector, is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor for a 12‑week temporary contract based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to lead a team, support process improvements, and make a real impact within a high-performing finance function.
Key Responsibilities
As the Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will take ownership of the AP function, including:

• Leading, mentoring, and supporting the Accounts Payable team to ensure high-quality output
• Overseeing accurate coding, processing, and approval of purchase ledger invoices and purchase orders (POs)
• Managing the end-to-end employee expenses process and ensuring compliance with group policies
• Reviewing and reconciling key purchase ledger control accounts
• Coordinating and authorising payment runs, ensuring deadlines and controls are met
• Handling escalated supplier queries and maintaining strong vendor relationships
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance efficiency
• Supporting month-end and year-end activities in collaboration with the wider finance team

Candidate Requirements
We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Solid experience in accounts payable, with previous supervisory or senior-level responsibility
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Confidence in challenging existing processes and driving continuous improvement
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical/problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Clear and confident communication skills, able to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• A proactive, supportive, and team-focused approach
• Awareness of financial regulations, controls, and best practice
• Previous experience using Proactis and SUN systems would be a strong advantage
• Capability to manage both the invoice mailbox and the supplier queries mailbox efficiently

What You’ll Get in Return

• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
• The chance to lead a supportive AP team that values development and shared success
• The opportunity to work with a reputable employer in central Leeds
• Competitive hourly rate
• Hybrid working and a modern Leeds office location
• A clear 12‑week temporary assignment

What you need to do now

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