A fast-growing, internationally trading FMCG business is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable & Receivable Manager to take ownership of its end-to-end AP and AR functions. This is a key finance role with real influence across cashflow, credit control, supplier management, and business growth.
The Role: You will lead and develop the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring strong financial controls, healthy cash conversion, and timely payments across domestic and international markets. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a proactive finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is Hybrid 4 days in the office/ 1 day from home
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Receivable & Credit Control
*Lead the credit control function for a multi-market business
*Set and review credit limits and monitor exposure via the ERP system
*Drive daily, weekly, and monthly cash collection activity
*Reduce debtor days and protect the business from bad-debt risk
*Maintain regular customer contact and manage structured chasing cycles
*Produce aged debtor reports and lead monthly reviews on debtor health
Accounts Payable & Supplier Management
*Oversee the full accounts payable process from invoice to payment
*Ensure invoices are processed, coded, approved, and paid accurately and on time
*Manage supplier payment runs and statement reconciliations
*Build strong relationships with key suppliers and resolve queries efficiently
*Manage foreign currency payments and FX purchasing
Cashflow & Finance Support
*Take ownership of daily cashflow management
*Prepare and process supplier, payroll, and international payments
*Support cashflow forecasting and scenario planning
*Assist with VAT reporting and payroll-related journals
*Identify and implement process improvements across AP and AR
About You*Proven experience managing / leading AP and/or AR functions
*Able to lead change / process improvement
*Strong understanding of credit control, cashflow, and financial controls
*Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
*Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
*Highly organised with strong attention to detail
*Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivots, data analysis)
*ERP system experience essential (Tier 1 systems preferred)
*Comfortable working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain
What’s on Offer*Permanent, full-time position
*Opportunity to play a key role in a growing international business
*Strong scope for process improvement and professional development
*Collaborative, commercially focused finance team
*This role is hybrid - 4 days a week in the office/ 1 day from home