About this role
Hello, we’re Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We’re a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We’re a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,500 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to join the Group Management Reporting team. This is a new role and will be responsible for the management of the Accounts Payable function within the Management Reporting team. This role will cover the processing and payment of all supplier invoices and staff expenses for the Starling Group, including Engine by Starling.
As the lead for this function, you will oversee the accurate coding, approval, and posting of invoices and expense claims, ensuring that all financial data is captured correctly at the source. A critical focus of this role is maintaining high-standard vendor relationships by ensuring prompt payments and managing regulatory reporting related to payment practices. You will take full ownership of the company's Payment Practices reporting obligations, ensuring accurate and timely submissions every six months.
This role is responsible for maintaining the high standard of the team’s output while driving change to increase efficiencies through system developments and automation. We are looking for someone who is constantly seeking to improve processes, specifically aiming to reduce cycle times and improve accuracy as the Group continues to grow.
Additional responsibilities include adherence to internal controls and tax regulations (including VAT). You will work closely with the wider Management Reporting team to assist with month-end accruals and support audit inquiries, ensuring the AP function aligns perfectly with broader group reporting timelines.
We are looking for a candidate with experience of working in a high-performing Accounts Payable team with demonstrable experience of applying a risk mindset to their work. A strong candidate will also have previous management experience, as well as experience of implementing change within an Accounts Payable function.
Requirements
A minimum of 5 years of experience in an Accounts Payable roleAbility to oversee the accurate coding, approval, and posting of high-volume invoices and expense claimsStrong understanding of risk management within an Accounts Payable context Experience of driving and implementing system changesMust be comfortable using Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets Experience of managing a team is preferable Prior experience of using Netsuite is also a plusBenefits
25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you)An extra day’s holiday for your birthdayAnnual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off16 hours paid volunteering time a yearSalary sacrifice, company enhanced pension schemeLife insurance at 4x your salaryPrivate Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and PelotonGenerous family-friendly policiesPerkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perksAccess to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships
About Us
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