Fora
Accounts Payable Supervisor - 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
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About the Company
At Fora, we're reimagining what the workplace can be. We create inspiring, design led spaces that blend hospitality, community, and wellbeing so people can work productively, creatively, and happily. From our first London workspace over 20 years ago, we've grown to 60+ locations across the UK supporting 30,000+ members and partnering with trailblazing brands like Ocado, The British Fashion Council, and Pangaia. Backed by The Office Group, Blackstone, and Brockton Capital, we're growing fast and pioneering conscious design, sustainable construction, and workspaces that empower people to work in their own unique way. At Fora, we're not just shaping workplaces - we're shaping the future of work.
The Role
We're looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to join our Finance team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Accounts Payable professional with people management experience who enjoys improving processes, driving efficiencies and supporting the development of a high-performing team. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing day-to-day Accounts Payable operations, supporting a team of seven and ensuring accurate, timely payment processing across multiple legal entities. You'll also contribute to ongoing transformation projects, helping to enhance processes and maximise the effectiveness of AI-enabled invoice automation tools.
Please note this position is 4 days in the office and 1 day working from anywhere.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading, coaching and supporting the Accounts Payable team, helping to prioritise workloads and deliver against deadlines.
- Reviewing and approving weekly payment runs while ensuring compliance with financial controls and approval processes.
- Supporting month-end activities and reporting.
- Managing key supplier relationships and maintaining high-profile accounts.
- Driving improvements across purchase order and invoice approval processes.
- Working closely with stakeholders across the business to resolve payment queries and improve ways of working.
- Supporting finance transformation initiatives, including invoice automation and AI-enabled processing tools.
- Assisting with audits, projects and wider Finance team initiatives.
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Why Join Fora?
At Fora, we believe great work happens when people feel supported, inspired and empowered. You'll join a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth, while helping shape the future of work for thousands of members across the UK. If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next challenge and enjoy combining people leadership with process improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the team.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
- Previous Accounts Payable experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing or supervising a team.
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.
- A highly organised approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills, with the confidence to work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- A proactive mindset with a genuine interest in improving processes and supporting others.
- ERP systems experience is essential.
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Desirable
- SAP experience.
- Finance or Business Studies qualification.
- Experience supporting process improvement, transformation or automation initiatives.
Benefits
At Fora we energise and empower people to create their best work. We understand that in order to do that we need to support you every day, which is why we offer a range of benefits. Please note this position is 4 days in the office and 1 day working from anywhere.
💼 Work Your Way
- Core working hours with flexibility - because life doesn't run 9-5.
- Two weeks ‘Work from Anywhere' - swap your desk for a beach, a mountain... anywhere that inspires you.
🌴 Time to Rest & Recharge
- 28 days' annual leave + bank holidays.
- Your birthday off - celebrate you.
- Buy additional annual leave to create even more time for what matters.
💪 Well-being & Security
- 5% matched pension scheme - supporting your future.
- Life assurance for peace of mind.
- Discounted gym membership to keep you feeling your best.
- Access to our gyms and selected wellness classes with Restore at Fora.
- Health cash plan - supporting day to day medical expenses.
- Mental Well-being support - confidential in-person or online therapy sessions.
🚴 Smarter, Greener Commuting
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Season Ticket Loan to make your journey easier and more affordable.
☕ Perks That Make You Smile
- 25% off at Fora cafés - your morning coffee just got better.
- 2 x volunteer days / year.
- Generous Employee Referral Scheme.
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