Accounts Payable Manager – 12-Month FTC (Bristol)

The Military Friendly Company; Bristol; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager for a 12-month FTC in Bristol. The role involves managing a team and ensuring efficient processing of accounts payable tasks. Ideal candidates will have both accounting qualifications and managerial experience, with strong skills in communication and IT. A proven ability to build supplier relationships and drive team performance in a fast-paced environment will be vital for success. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Access to Flexible benefits

Flexible Working Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in AP or Finance operations.
• Proven track record of delivering business results.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 6 staff focused on processing efficiency.
• Ensure timely payment of commodities suppliers.
• Develop statistical and financial reporting of the AP function.

Skills

Experience working within an Accounts Payable team

Business (Finance) Acumen

Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

IT proficient (particularly Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Recognised Accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICEAW)

Tools

SAGE ERP X3

Job description

A leading defense contractor is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager for a 12-month FTC in Bristol. The role involves managing a team and ensuring efficient processing of accounts payable tasks. Ideal candidates will have both accounting qualifications and managerial experience, with strong skills in communication and IT. A proven ability to build supplier relationships and drive team performance in a fast-paced environment will be vital for success. Competitive salary and benefits included.