AP Supervisor
CV-LibraryPE3, Longthorpe, PeterboroughpermanentPosted: 7 May 2026
Apply NowAt Taylor Rose, we are a Top 60 law firm that challenges convention through our Smart, Modern Law philosophy. We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor to join our central finance team—a hub of excellence that directly influences our firm’s growth and digital transformation. This is a key leadership role within a fast-paced, high-volume environment where you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our AP Overheads and Bank posting functions. Reporting to the Group Accounts Payable Manager, you will lead a small, dedicated team to ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices, staff expenses, and daily payment runs.
Essential
* Proven experience in an Accounts Payable supervisory role
* Strong Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis and reconciliations)
* Strong reconciliation skills with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to lead and motivate a small team in a high transactional volume environment
* Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Desirable
* Experience within the legal sector or professional services environment
* Exposure to system implementations or process improvement projects
Accounts Payable
* Oversee the end-to-end invoice processing cycle
* Perform and review regular supplier statement reconciliations
* Manage and review daily payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, international payments where applicable)
* Ensure payments are made in accordance with agreed terms and internal procedures
* Manage internal and external relationships and resolve invoice queries promptly
* Oversee and process employee expense claims in line with company policy
* Ensure timely submission and reconciliation of all corporate card statements, including month end reconciliation
* Support month-end close activities relating to payables
* Maintain robust financial controls across the AP function
What is it like working at Taylor Rose?
We don’t just settle for excellence; we Aspire, Integrate, Innovate, and Commit. As Head of Department, you will:
* Lead with Autonomy: Develop and implement the annual department strategy and budget.
* Innovate Systems: Continually refine our processes and leverage the latest legal technology to deliver market-leading client service.
* Mentor Talent: Shape the careers of the next generation of property litigators through proactive training and succession planning.
* Influence Change: Join a dynamic management team where you are empowered to drive mindset changes at all levels of the business.
In return we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Healthcare Plan
* Hybrid working
* Internal and External Training and Development
Essential
* Proven experience in an Accounts Payable supervisory role
* Strong Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis and reconciliations)
* Strong reconciliation skills with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to lead and motivate a small team in a high transactional volume environment
* Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Desirable
* Experience within the legal sector or professional services environment
* Exposure to system implementations or process improvement projects
Accounts Payable
* Oversee the end-to-end invoice processing cycle
* Perform and review regular supplier statement reconciliations
* Manage and review daily payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, international payments where applicable)
* Ensure payments are made in accordance with agreed terms and internal procedures
* Manage internal and external relationships and resolve invoice queries promptly
* Oversee and process employee expense claims in line with company policy
* Ensure timely submission and reconciliation of all corporate card statements, including month end reconciliation
* Support month-end close activities relating to payables
* Maintain robust financial controls across the AP function
What is it like working at Taylor Rose?
We don’t just settle for excellence; we Aspire, Integrate, Innovate, and Commit. As Head of Department, you will:
* Lead with Autonomy: Develop and implement the annual department strategy and budget.
* Innovate Systems: Continually refine our processes and leverage the latest legal technology to deliver market-leading client service.
* Mentor Talent: Shape the careers of the next generation of property litigators through proactive training and succession planning.
* Influence Change: Join a dynamic management team where you are empowered to drive mindset changes at all levels of the business.
In return we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Healthcare Plan
* Hybrid working
* Internal and External Training and Development