--- title: "Supervisor - Accounts Payable - UK" company: "WPP" company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/wpp" url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/wpp-supervisor-accounts-payable-uk-76854cfb-30e9-4098-be71-fb58d5acaccc" apply_url: "https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8819680002" workplace: onsite location: "Chennai" employment_type: unspecified seniority: mid role: other region: india date_posted: 2026-09-21T07:32:44.000Z first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-21T07:43:35.042Z --- # Supervisor - Accounts Payable - UK **WPP** · Chennai Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8819680002 ## About the role **WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. ** **We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. ** ** ** **We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.** ** ** **Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. ** ** ** **For more information, visit [WPP.com.](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&reserved=0)** ** ** **What you'll be doing:** Team Leadership and Management: - Supervise, mentor, and train a team of Accounts Payable Specialists. - Delegate tasks effectively and monitor team performance against established goals and KPIs. - Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. - Foster a positive and collaborative team environment. - Address and resolve employee issues and concerns promptly and effectively. - Ensure adequate staffing levels and manage team schedules. P2P Process Oversight: - Oversee the entire Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, from purchase requisition to payment disbursement. - Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests. - Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the P2P cycle. - Monitor and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and payments. - Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g., Purchasing, Receiving, Finance) to ensure smooth P2P operations. Compliance and Controls: - Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. - Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud. - Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support. - Stay up-to-date on changes in accounting regulations and best practices. Reporting and Analysis: - Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, payment forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs). - Identify trends and anomalies in accounts payable data and recommend corrective actions. - Provide timely and accurate information to management as requested. Problem Solving and Issue Resolution: - Serve as a point of escalation for complex accounts payable issues. - Investigate and resolve discrepancies, errors, and other problems in a timely and efficient manner. - Develop and implement solutions to prevent recurring issues. System Management: - Work with IT and other departments to maintain and improve the accounts payable system. - Participate in system upgrades and implementations. Troubleshoot system-related issues and provide support to team members**.** **What you'll need:** - Location - Chennai (WFO) - UK Shift - 1.30PM onwards - Minimum 10-12 years of experiencing in P2P team - Strong Team handling experience (minimum 2-5yrs experience) - Preferred experience in SSC/Media/Advertising - Strong communication skills for negotiation & reconciliation - Self-motivated - Flexible attitude to achieve results. - Calm under pressure. **Who you are:** **You're open*:* **we are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. **You're optimistic*:*** we approach all that we do with confidence: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. **You're extraordinary:** We are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day. **What we'll give you:** **Passionate, inspired people** – we champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work **Scale and opportunity** – we offer the opportunity to create, influence and deliver projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. **Challenging and stimulating work** – unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. #LI-Hybrid **We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.** **WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.** ###### Please read our Privacy Notice ([https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment](https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment)) for more information on how we process the information you provide. --- Source: WPP's own career page, read by RemJobs. Canonical HTML version: https://www.remjobs.works/job/wpp-supervisor-accounts-payable-uk-76854cfb-30e9-4098-be71-fb58d5acaccc