Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:Operational Leadership:Manage the entire AP process including invoice receipt, validation, coding, approvals, posting, payment runs, supplier statement reconciliations, and query management. Ensure global process standardization, accuracy, and consistency across all markets, including seamless collaboration with Procurement and other business areas. Own and monitor AP KPIs and SLAs, manage backlogs, and take corrective actions when service levels are at risk. Oversee timely month-end closing activities related to AP such as accrual inputs, GRNI follow-ups, AP reconciliations, and variance commentary. Maintain robust financial controls and compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements, and internal policies, including governance frameworks. People Leadership:Lead and nurture AP Team Leaders and AP Account Leads/Specialists across multiple regions. Cultivate a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement, with clear performance expectations. Ensure effective onboarding, training, and ongoing development in systems, policies, and ways of working. Promote career growth through skills assessments, coaching, and structured performance conversations. Foster a psychologically safe environment and exemplify professional behavior aligned with SSC standards. Stakeholder Management:Act as the AP liaison for senior stakeholders in service lines, Procurement, Treasury, and Finance leadership. Develop strong relationships to enhance collaboration and reinforce the SSC’s reputation as a trusted partner.
About the job
The Accounts Payable Manager leads global accounts payable operations from the Shared Service Centre in Cardiff. This role ensures supplier invoices, payment runs, and reconciliations are processed accurately and on schedule, with a strong focus on compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier reconciliations
- Resolve supplier queries promptly and professionally
- Drive operational consistency and standardization across global procure-to-pay activities
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the AP function
- Build and develop a high-performing, service-focused team
- Act as the primary liaison between the Shared Service Centre, regional Finance Partners, Procurement, Treasury, and other key stakeholders
Location and Work Arrangement
This position is based in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. The Accounts Payable Manager is required to work onsite five days per week.
About Control Risks
Control Risks is a global risk management firm focused on helping clients navigate complex environments. We provide expert advice, technology, and services to assist organizations in mitigating risks and achieving their goals.
