Accounts Payable Supervisor (9 Month FTC)

Company Description LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

Job Description Job Description This role is for a 9 Month Fixed term Contract and Hybrid position based out from our Bury location At LGC, we are immensely proud of our ambitious perspective and dedication to impeccable service. As an Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will be instrumental in elevating our financial operations to a world-class standard. This outstanding opportunity enables you to lead and build our Accounts Payable function, partnering closely with our dedicated BPO provider to adhere rigorously to service level agreements and key performance indicators. Direct the daily operations of the outsourced Accounts Payable process, maintaining a focus on timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. Serve as the main point of contact between the company and the BPO provider, ensuring that service level agreements and performance metrics are achieved. Monitor and review BPO performance through regular reporting, audits, and operational reviews. Resolve raised issues related to invoice discrepancies, payment delays, and vendor queries. Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including AP accruals and reconciliations. Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and other Finance teams to ensure smooth end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations. Identify and implement process improvements to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications Qualifications To successfully implement our vision, we are looking for candidates with: Proven experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or team lead role. It is crucial to have a background in managing or collaborating closely with a BPO or shared service center. Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay processes and internal controls. Proficient in ERP systems (IFS preferably) and Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication and team member management skills. Diligent with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Join us at LGC and be part of an exceptionally dedicated team where your contributions will determine our success. We look forward to your application!

Additional Information OUR VALUES PASSION CURIOSITY INTEGRITY BRILLIANCE RESPECT EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership. For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com #scienceforasaferworld