Payments Manager

Payments Manager

Isleworth
Competitive Salary

Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in payment operations and team leadership? We're seeking a Payments Manager to oversee and lead a dynamic Payments Team within a fast-paced Finance Shared Service Centre.

This role will suit a confident and proactive leader with extensive Accounts Payable / Payments experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across complex, high-volume payment operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a Payments Team, ensuring high performance and professional growth
• Oversee daily cashbook clearing, payment allocation, and journal creation
• Manage payment runs across multiple currencies (GBP, EUR, USD), including supplier and intercompany invoices
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations (BACS, CHAPS, foreign payments)
• Act as the key contact for payment queries, building strong internal and external relationships
• Drive process improvements, automation, and best practice adoption across payment operations

Skills & Experience

• Strong leadership and people management experience
• Proven background in senior Accounts Payable / Payments roles
• Excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Familiarity with financial systems and payment platforms
• Understanding of UK and international payment regulations
• Experience in process improvement and change management

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to lead a key function within a growing Finance Shared Service Centre
• A fast-paced, collaborative environment where you'll make a real impact

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