Account Payable Manager

It's a really exciting time to be at Holland & Barrett. We are investing across all areas of our business with a vision of empowering our customers to live happier, healthier lives. Our mission is to be the leading player in global wellness chosen by millions as their trusted partner for personalised wellness journeys. To achieve this goal, we are embarking on a radical transformation. We are recruiting top talent in all areas of our business, from Finance to Digital Marketing, from HR to IT, as well as new functions around Health and Wellness.

As an Accounts Payable Manager you will be responsible for the management and development of the Accounts Payable team of 17 with two direct reports. The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for the correct accounting of payable transactions ensuring they are processed and paid within agreed contracted terms, applying best practice within a strong control framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Day to day management of the Accounts Payable Team – GFR and GNFR
• Set and monitor KPI targets for the teams
• Ensure the smooth operation of payment runs with adequate checks that correct payments are made to the correct creditor
• Provide technical accounting advice on financial transactions to ensure accurate coding
• Ensure that all tasks are accurate and completed within given deadlines
• Ensure key supplier account reconciliations are carried out on a regular basis
• Ensure that all supplier queries are concluded and dealt with in a timely manner
• Control and manage the supplier debit balances
• Recommend process changes and draw up process maps
• Ensure all bank reconciliation items are cleared in a timely manner
• Work closely with the Heads of Department regarding the ongoing development /maintenance of current systems
• Monitor Service Level Agreement processing timescales / KPI monitoring in the Accounts Payable team to understand volumes and processing patterns and accuracy of input
• Regularly review procedures and resource requirements
• Ensuring payment terms are adhered to and EBITDA impact maximised by taking advantage of prompt payment discounts etc
• Ensuring that the closure of Accounts Payable month end reporting is completed, valid and correct ready for month end close and closedowns are completed with commentary as appropriate
• Control account and key balance sheet reconciliations
• Undertaking month end accounting entries to include, GRNI, Intercompany journals and accruals
• Regular review of supplier payment terms and distribution of supplier turnover data

• Minimum of two years' Accounts Payable management experience
• Experienced in multi-site retailerStrong Organisational Skills
• Experience within a high-volume transactional department
• Strong people management experience and experience of developing a team
• Strong Time Management Skills
• Ability to lead by example
• Ability to manage conflict
• Intermediate / Advance Excel skills

• Electric Car Scheme.
• Bonus up to 10%.
• Pension company contribution= 5%.
• Your wellbeing is paramount so you can get away and take 33 Days Holiday per year.
• Private Medical Care (Self)
• Learning and Development opportunity with Holland & Barrett is a great base for career development long term.
• Career progression.
• Refer and Earn Scheme- as we're growing you can earn money by referring people to join us from your network.
• Epic Extrasgives you access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings from a range of retailers and providers.
• Stay healthy with Discounted Products - from day one you'll get a 25% discount (on top of other promotions) when you shop at H&B on anything that you buy.
• We all need a little help sometimes, so we offer Free 24/7 Confidential Advice & Colleague Welfare.
• Mental Health First Aiders- we have lots of qualified Mental Health First Aiders because its all about your health & wellbeing.
• Stay active in the Onsite Gym at our Nuneaton Hub!
• We have colleague Reward and Recognition Schemes, so your hard work and loyalty won't go unnoticed.
• And many more!

Holland & Barrett is one of the nation's most loved and trusted brands, known for offering quality health food, vitamins and supplements all sold by highly trained and qualified advisors.

Bucking the current trend of high street retailers, we forecast significant growth and expansion plans in the coming years, with considerable investment going into all areas of the business. We certainly embrace change and drive speed in everything we do. Every day presents a different challenge, but every day is also filled with fun, teamwork and passion to succeed and surpass every expectation.

Join us and see how far you can go…