Purchase Ledger Manager

The Company

We are Lowe, a globally recognized brand for innovation, ambition, and high quality.

Lowe Rental is the world’s leading refrigeration and catering equipment supplier to major food exhibitions, sporting events and retailers across the globe; from the Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix to Glastonbury, we provide high quality rental solutions to help our clients entertain and delight their customers.

Beijing to Boston, Berlin to Belfast, we are an entrepreneurial organization and take pride in our ability to provide innovative products and services to our impressive client-base.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Operations Director, the Purchase Ledger Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Accounts Payable (Purchase Ledger) function, ensuring that supplier invoices are processed accurately and efficiently, supplier payments are made on time, and financial controls are maintained. The role oversees a team of Accounts Payable personnel and works closely with operational, procurement, and finance teams to support effective cash management and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

During an exciting time for the Group with the implementation and rollout of a new ERP system, this role is designed to both support and drive the Purchase Ledger in its transition to a shared service centre finance operating model.

Purchase Ledger

• Manage the end-to-end purchase ledger process.
• Ensure all supplier invoices are accurately coded, authorised, and posted.
• Oversee supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate supplier master data and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Monitor invoice approval workflows and drive timely processing.

Team Leadership

• Lead, develop, and motivate the purchase ledger team.
• Set performance objectives and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Provide training and support to ensure continuous improvement and adherence to procedures.
• Allocate workload effectively to meet departmental deadlines.

Cash & Working Capital Management

• Prepare and review weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Ensure suppliers are paid in accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting by providing accurate creditor information.
• Identify opportunities to optimise working capital and improve payment processes.

Compliance

• Maintain strong internal controls over the accounts payable function.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and audit requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist external and internal auditors with information requests.