AddressRole:Accounts Payable Manager
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based
Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £36,575 - £47,025 (Dependent on Experience) & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the Role…
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Manager to join our expanding Finance Function!! As an AP Manager, you will manage AP Specialists, ensuring direction and support is provided in all areas. You will report to the finance leadership team for EG on the Move Ltd (UK) and be a part of the development and implementation of new initiatives, process improvements, and system changes.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage and support specialists in the Accounts Payable department
Provide support to the finance leadership
Develop and implement new initiatives, process improvements, and system changes
Oversee the processing of invoices, expenses and reconciliation of accounts
Ensure prompt payment to suppliers and minimal levels of aged transactions
Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders
Carry out monthly 1-2-1’s with your Team
Work closely with management to communicate and analyze weekly KPIs
Review Direct Debit accounts and communicate with suppliers to resolve escalations
Take responsibility for the day-to-day actions of the Accounts Payable area
Work in cooperation with other departments
Support the delivery of continuous improvement of Accounts Payable
Support the wider Finance team
Ensure compliance with tax and other regulatory requirements
Lead colleagues within the department and create a culture for change, governance, and high performance
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time
Candidate Requirements
At least 3 years of experience managing an Accounts Payable team in a large organization
Team management experience
Customer-focused approach
Collaborative approach and ability to work with others as part of a team
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent at prioritizing tasks and working to deadlines
Results-driven with a proven record of delivery against KPIs and SLAs
Persistent and able to see projects through to completion
Detail-oriented and able to verify important details
Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities
Initiative and ability to identify and do what needs to be done
Excellent attention to detail
Strong organization skills and effective time management
Good problem-solving abilities
Advanced level excel
Benefits & Rewards
Performance Based Bonus Scheme
Employee Life Assurance
EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme – access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
Free Secure Car Parking
Dress Down Fridays
Flexi-Time
Prayer and Ablution Facilities
Shower Facilities
Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
Work Anniversary Rewards
Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is one of the world’s leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia and the United States of America.
Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today the company is at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.
At EG Group, we pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance and more importantly, providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel.
Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.
Every day, our committed workforce tirelessly delivers our products and services to millions of customers alongside supporting the local communities in which we operate.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.
