AP and AR Supervisor

A 3 month contract opportunity within a fast-paced, quality-driven environment supporting critical financial operations and compliance within a specialised manufacturing and regulatory landscape.

What you will be doing:

• Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable and Receivable operations
• Supervise daily activities of the AP team to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Review creditor reconciliations, age analysis, and control accounts
• Authorise payment batches and manage vendor queries and escalations
• Ensure accurate month-end close, reporting, and trial balance reconciliations
• Manage cash flow processes and payment schedules
• Maintain GRIR accounts and investigate outstanding items
• Prepare VAT reports and support submission processes
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and cashbook reviews
• Monitor KPIs, reporting, and financial performance metrics
• Support audits through preparation of schedules and documentation
• Drive compliance with internal controls, policies, and statutory requirements
• Contribute to financial reporting, budgeting variance analysis, and management reporting
• Lead team performance, training, and development initiatives

What we are looking for:

• Bookkeeping diploma or degree with accounting as a subject
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role
• At least 2 years' supervisory experience preferred
• Strong reconciliation, accounting, and financial reporting skills
• Advanced Excel and strong computer literacy
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Knowledge of banking, accounts administration, and audit processes
• Understanding of relevant tax and regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Ability to manage stakeholders and communicate effectively
• High attention to detail with strong financial acumen

Benefits and unique aspects:

• Exposure to a specialised, compliance-driven industry
• Opportunity to lead and shape finance operations and team performance
• Involvement in audits, regulatory alignment, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Career progression towards senior financial leadership roles
• Opportunity to build expertise in SAP and complex financial environments

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