Accounts Payable Manager

Job Description

Accounts Payable ManagerBased at our Head Office in Whyteleafe, Surrey (just 15 minutes outside of Croydon, easily commutable from London)2 days in the office, 3 days working from homeenhanced by variable core hoursGreat benefits including company bonus, 50% staff discount and a day off for your Birthday!Were on the hunt for a dynamic Accounts Payable Manager, someone established in this role with a real can do attitude. This person will be passionate about leading and motivating their team, coaching them to be the best they can be and inspiring themto strive for great results. Accountable for the day to day accounts payable function, efficiency and accuracy should be of the utmost importance, and taking a collaborative approach to implementing improvements where possible.A bit about Ann SummersYou might know us as the inventors of the Rampant Rabbit, or even the destination for must-have lingerie and sex toys, and youre right, but were SO much more than thatWere an inclusive brand that strives to EMPOWER, lives to PUSH BOUNDARIES, gets kicks off MAKING IT HAPPEN and absolutely LOVES OUR CUSTOMER!Whether youre working at our head office, in one of our stores, as part of our warehouse operation or as a self-employed Ambassador, one thing thats guaranteed is no two days are the same. Were a unique and diverse brand with phenomenally talented experts together we inspire to achieve the brands global vision.A bit about the role:

• Manage the AP team, ensuring they are motivated and working towards common goals, coaching them to maximise their performance and supporting their ongoing development
• Manage and reconcile the AP ledger, ensuring all invoice and payment transactions are recorded in an accurate and timely manner - investigate and resolve any queries that arise and review on a monthly basis with line manager.
• Ensure supplier payment runs are accurate and properly authorised, completed to set deadlines and paid on time.
• Manage the processing of new suppliers, employee expenses and refund processes, ensuring company policies are adhered to and sound financial controls are in place across all functions.
• Ensure that the company complies with relevant tax regulations (e.g. VAT, PAYE) through accurate transaction recording
• Continuously challenging existing processes and deliver improvements in controls to minimise risk
• Ensure Accounts Payable procedures are documented clearly and effectively, and are understood by the team, internal customers and external customers
• Identify, recommend and implement process efficiencies, highlight and recommend changes to those processes that are non-compatible with business strategic aims
• Proactively support the evolution of processes, financial controls for Accounts Payable to meet the changing needs of the business as it works towards its strategic aims.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally.

Were looking for someone who is:

• Proven as an Accounts Payable Manager with great success!
• Experienced in the Retail, Leisure or Hospitality industry is ideal, but not essential
• A great leader with a hands-on management style
• Organised and methodical approach
• Commercial with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to communicate in both technical and user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated, with keen attention to detail
• Applies best practice with a touch of pragmatism
• Enjoys accountability, is proactive and manages workload effectively in a fast pace environment
• A real team player with a flexible and collaborative approach
• Has a positive and proactive mindset
• Able to build positive and constructive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Focuses on delivering best possible outcome, adding value for the business and the customer

At Ann Summers we are proud to continue embracing inclusion, diversity, and equality in our every day, supporting our people to be themselves. We are committed to building teams with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and views.Whats in it for youBeing part of the AS family offers some fab benefits, not only is it a great brand to be a part of, but not only will enjoy 50% staff discount, but so much more, take a look

• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) and additional 1-day holiday up to 34 days for each additional year youre part of the AS family
• Company-wide bonus scheme
• Workplace pension
• Life Assurance
• Your Birthday off
• A week off after getting married/civil partnership
• Colleague social activities
• Eye care vouchers
• Company perks scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Free on-site car park at HO

We value each one of our colleagues and aim to make Ann Summers a great place to be - after all, if you love what you do, youll never WORK a day in your life.We regret that due to high volumes we are unable to acknowledge every application. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible to discuss the role and their experience further. Ann Summers complies with all GDPR policies and by responding to this ad your details will be kept on record for a total of 6 months unless expressed otherwise