STATXO - Lead - Accounts Payable

Lead - Accounts Payable Purpose :

To manage and oversee the full cycle Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely, accurate, and policy-compliant processing of supplier transactions and supplier communications.

This role also ensures the integrity of the Purchase Ledger, supports collaborative supplier relationships, and contributes to effective cash flow management and audit readiness.

The role will support finance transformation initiatives and play a key role in improving AP processes in a fast-paced and & Oversight :

• Manage and develop a team of two AP clerks, based off shore, setting and maintaining high operational standards.
• Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and ensure the AP function supports business needs effectively.
• Builds effective, collaborative relationships with Payable Operations :
• Own the end-to-end Purchase Ledger process, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and supplier account management.
• Ensure timely and accurate closure and reconciliation of the Purchase Ledger.
• Conduct regular supplier statement reconciliations and line-by-line reviews to prevent overdue balances and resolve discrepancies.
• Review and approve the weekly payment run in coordination with Finance Operations.
• Support cash flow forecasting by providing accurate AP data and managing payment timing.
• Assist in resolving reconciliation issues in collaboration with the Senior Finance Manager.
• Drive continuous improvement in AP processes, including automation initiatives, ERP implementation and system optimisation (currently using Sage and SAP Concur).
• Ensure VAT treatment on invoices is compliant with UK tax & Controls :
• Maintain prepayment and accrual schedules with AP-related data input at month-end.
• Provide support during audits related to AP transactions and balances.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for AP-related accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with supporting (Must Have) :
• Proven experience in procurement or category management roles, ideally within Technology, Media, Gaming, or Creative sectors.
• Strong track record managing indirect categories such as Professional Services, HR, Marketing, or Facilities.
• Skilled in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations.
• Confident working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical thinking, and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities.
• Knowledge of contract law and commercial (Nice to have) :
• Hands-on experience in Accounts Payable with team management exposure.
• Proficient in supplier reconciliation, ledger maintenance, and payment run oversight.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of financial accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of financial systems (experience with Sage or NetSuite preferred).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• AAT Level 4 qualified or part-qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA), depending on experience.

(ref : iimjobs.com)