Accounts Payable ( AP )

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented AP Operations Lead to support the smooth running of our Accounts Payable function. This role is critical in ensuring operational continuity across all AP processes while providing temporary team supervision when required.

• Post manual and EDI invoices across multiple entrees
• Support payment runs, including allocation of unallocated payments and
• reconciliations
• Step in to supervise the transactional AP team during AP Manager absences (e.g.
• meetings or leave)
• Shadow the AP Manager on reporting, month-end close, and reconciliation activities
• Identify operational gaps and escalate improvement opportunities
• Ensure adherence to financial policies and internal controls
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain efficient workflows
  
  3 5 years experience in Accounts Payable or finance operations
• Strong understanding of: Reconciliations
• Overheads (OVHD) and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
• High-volume invoice processing
• Ability to supervise a small team and make sound operational decisions when required
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical mindset
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working across multiple companies or entrees
• Familiarity with payment runs and unallocated payment processes
• Exposure to mentoring, coaching, or training team members
If you re a collaborative, solution-focused professional who thrives in a busy and purposeful environment, we d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of food, making a genuine difference for students across the UK.

At Impact Food Group, we re more than just a school caterer. We re on a mission to create a positive food culture and help more students enjoy healthier, better-quality food. Making a positive social impact is at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly learning, evolving, and improving every way, every day. We one of England s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. We re now looking for a talented and highly organised Accounts Payable to join and play a vital role in supporting our business. Guided by our values, integrity, bold, impactful, humble and community; you will help us shape a workplace and culture we can all be proud of.


• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers
• Pension scheme and other great company benefits
• Monthly incentives and recognition for top performers
Our Team If you re looking for your next step and want to be part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.