Head of Accounts Payable - Leeds - Everlast Group

Description

Do you want to work for a company that makes a valuable and enduring difference to the built environment, holding safety, health, quality, innovation and sustainability at the heart of everything we do?

Well, you're in luck

We are Everlast Group. Our company structure ensures that all our clients receive the highest quality service. Our highly experienced and professional team have a proven track record in all aspects of the industry, including cost planning, asset management and budget planning and draw on extensive knowledge to analyse the technical requirements for each project, giving top priority to the client's constraints. Our teams will deliver the right result for every budget, project performance criteria and aesthetic desire.

We're looking to employ a motivated enthusiastic Head of Accounts Payable to join our small but fast paced Finance team. Covering for maternity leave for a fixed term February 2026 to February 2027 but would love if you are able to start sooner. A bonus of £5,000 is payable upon completion of the 12 month period.

About the Role

The Head of Accounts Payable is responsible for the smooth running of the Purchase Ledger and team.

Responsibilities

Processing Supplier Invoices

• Identifying errors on the invoice (address/VAT)
• Matching invoices to PO raised
• Chasing authorisation
• Processing invoices/credits through Sage matching to the correct nominal
• Posting deductions through Safe eg CIS/Retentions
• Liaising with the purchasing team to resolve disputes

Processing bi-monthly payment runs through Sage and Santander

• Forecasting costs in advance – Liaise with Finance Director for approval
• Prepare and review suggested payments due
• Liaise with Credit Controller and Commercial Manager on client payments in
• Allocation payments to Sage50
• Inputting payments to Santander
• Liaising with the Financial Controller for authorisation
• Sending Remittances

Processing weekly adhoc payments

• Identifying invoices requiring CIS deductions
• Calculating the appropriate CIS deductions on subcontractor invoices
• Requesting proof of material costs from subcontractors
• Posting ad hoc payments to the correct nominals on Sage

Keeping the ledger running smoothly

• Making sure all emails are answered in a timely manner
• Chase outstanding authorisations/disputes
• Allocating payments on account
• Post DD's
• Credit Applications
• Statement reconciliations
• Maintaining good relationships with suppliers
• Good communication throughout the business, including regular liaising with Commercial, purchasing and the wider finance team

Management of the Purchase Ledger Team

• Assist in training and general support
• Holiday authorisation
• Absence reporting and return to works
• Monthly 1-1s
• Make sure the PL team are working effectively and make any changes necessary
• Report to the Financial Controller

Essential Experience/Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year people management experience
• Minimum 2 years Purchase Ledger experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages
• Accuracy and attention to detail in record keeping.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage workload effectively
• Experience in the Construction industry desirable
• A good understanding of CIS/DRC

About You

Whichever department or team you work in, there are some common attributes we look for in all our employees:

• Team Player - able to communicate and collaborate and engage with people from across the business. Ultimately, you understand you have an important part to play in the success of your team and the company
• Dependable - the ability to produce consistent, high-quality work as well as great attendance and time keeping. It shows you're serious and care about your team and the work they do.
• Positive Attitude - contribute positively to the company and the people. You're able to take initiative or provide suggestions

Benefits

We have a great culture at Everlast Group, working closely together as one team. We are forward thinking and innovative and we have created a positive, welcoming environment for people to work and thrive in.

As part of our team, you'll receive the following benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Events
• Enhanced Company Pension contributions*
• Additional holidays*
• Company Sick Pay *
• Bereavement Leave*
• Company Maternity/Paternity Leave/Adoption*
• Free Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme

*Upon completion of probation/Pro rata in the first year.

If you'd like to join the Everlast Finance team, then please send an email with your CV and get creative to tell us why you think you'd be a great fit for this role and our team.

Unfortunately, at this time, we cannot accept applicants outside of the UK, nor do we accept candidates from Agencies.