Accounts Payable Manager - TV - Handle Recruitment : Job Details

We're looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a fast-paced and creative production company on a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will manage a small team, oversee AP operations, and support the Financial Controller in driving process improvements across a collaborative finance function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the AP team, providing training and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
• Oversee invoice processing, expense claims, Ltd Co payroll, and payment runs
• Manage credit card and prepaid card programmes, including reconciliations and postings
• Review bank reconciliations, weekly cashflow forecasts, and key AP accounts
• Resolve supplier queries, reconcile statements, and build strong relationships
• Support month-end with tasks such as cashflow reporting and PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations

Requirements

• Previous AP leadership experience in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, IF/SUMIF)
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and multi-currency reconciliations
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Experience with PMI accounting system and Barclays.NET banking is desirable, but not essential

Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.