Accounts Payable Specialist (P2P)

Our client, a rapidly growing organisation supporting major UK public sector bodies, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable / P2P Team Leader to oversee a busy operational hub and drive performance across the group's services.

The Role

• Lead, coach and develop an operational team delivering supplier onboarding, query handling and daily programme activity.
• Ensure SLAs, quality standards and customer service levels are consistently achieved.
• Act as an AP/P2P expert, supporting clients and improving payment processes.
• Analyse invoice and payment data to identify missed opportunities and increase rebate yield.
• Produce performance reports and support Client Success teams in driving programme improvements.
• Streamline workflows and embed continuous improvement.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years’ P2P experience with proven team leadership.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working to KPIs.
• Solid understanding of AP controls, compliance and operational risk.
• Experience improving processes or systems.
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management.

Benefits

Competitive package including bonus eligibility, private medical cover, life assurance, pension scheme, electric car scheme, cycle to work, charity giving options and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with additional Christmas leave).