Accounts Payable Supervisor
- Posted 11 December 2025
- Salary £35000 - £36000 per annum
- LocationBallymena
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Accountancy & Finance
- ReferenceMI-1112-APS_1765454318
Job description
Vickerstock are delighted to be partnering with a highly reputable and long-established employer in the Ballymena area who are seeking to appoint an Accounts Payable Supervisor. This is a superb opportunity for an experienced AP professional to step into a leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking finance team.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end Accounts Payable function, ensure the smooth and timely delivery of all supplier payments while provide day-to-day leadership to the AP team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys driving continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the Accounts Payable team, overseeing daily operations and supporting staff development.
- Manage the complete AP cycle, ensuring invoices are processed efficiently, accurately, and in line with company policy.
- Work closely with internal departments to resolve queries and ensure timely payment of suppliers.
- Oversee month-end and year-end AP close processes, ensuring accuracy of financial data.
- Review supplier statement reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and driving corrective action.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier information across systems.
- Ensure full compliance with internal controls, company policies, and HMRC regulations.
- Support external audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor queries.
- Play a key role in the implementation and optimisation of a new ERP system for the AP function.
- Process supplier credit notes in line with agreed procedures.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience within an Accounts Payable role, ideally with supervisory or team-lead exposure.
- Strong understanding of AP processes, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across the business.
- Highly organised, detail-focused and confident managing deadlines.
- Experience of ERP systems is highly advantageous.
To be considered for this position, please APPLY today and get in touch asap for a confidential chat!
