Job overview

Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for operational excellence? Do you thrive in fast‑paced environments where you can transform processes, lead high-performing teams, and drive meaningful change? If so, this could be your next big move.

As we continue on our transformation journey, we are looking for an experienced Head of Accounts Payable to manage this function across NHS Wales, in addition to leading both our Salary Sacrifice benefits team and our eEnablement team who support the digital process improvements between procurement, accounts payable, suppliers and customers.

This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll oversee all aspects of supplier payments, process optimisation, compliance, and team development. You’ll be the driving force behind a smooth, efficient, Accounts Payable function that supports our Purchase to Pay efficiency agenda and development of key relationships with procurement leads.

Main duties of the job

You’ll bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership confidence, and a proactive mindset. We’re looking for someone who is:

•       Experienced in leading Accounts Payable teams within a complex, high‑volume environment

•       Skilled in process improvement and utilising financial systems and emerging technologies to deliver efficiencies

•       A strong communicator who can influence at all levels

•       Analytical, detail‑oriented, and both solutions and customer‑focused

•       Comfortable navigating change and driving transformation

Main duties of the role:

•          Lead the full Accounts Payable cycle, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong financial controls

•          Implement best‑practice processes, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives

•          Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

•          Manage Accounts Payable reporting, KPIs, and month‑end close activities

•          Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable, e-Enablement and Salary Sacrifice Benefits teams to deliver exceptional performance

•          Ensure compliance with NHS Wales policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards

•          Drive strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and support business objectives

•          Passionate about developing people and building a positive team culture

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. 

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone.  To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.