Accounts Payable Team Leader - Edinburgh

W&A are pleased to be supporting a growing and well-established organisation in the appointment of an Accounts Payable Team Leader based in Haddington. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional ready to step into a leadership role, overseeing day-to-day AP operations while supporting the continued development of processes and team capability.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Accounts Payable Team Leader will play a key role within the finance team, ensuring the smooth and accurate running of Accounts Payable activities across multiple entities. The role will involve building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, driving efficiency within processes, and supporting the development of a collaborative and high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, expenses, and credit card transactions across multiple entities
• Prepare and process supplier payments in line with agreed schedules
• Post bank transactions and carry out regular reconciliations
• Maintain strong financial controls and support continuous improvement of AP processes
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve queries and improve workflows
• Lead, motivate, and support a growing Accounts Payable team to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly targets
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies
• Provide support to the wider finance team on ad hoc tasks and projects as required

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience working within Accounts Payable, ideally with some supervisory or mentoring responsibility
• Around four years’ experience within an AP or similar finance environment
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate financial records
• Confident communication skills with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships
• A proactive mindset and an interest in improving processes and supporting team development

Package & Benefits

• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee and store discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to grow within an expanding organisation
• Potential hybrid working flexibility after an initial onboarding period

Why This Role?

• Step into a leadership position within a growing finance team
• Opportunity to influence processes and support the development of a developing AP function
• Join a collaborative and supportive working environment
• Be part of a stable organisation continuing to expand its operations

To learn more or apply, please contact Laura Buchanan Owen at laura@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch. Due to a high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted