Accounts Payable Supervisor
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 4122 (69% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and MPB Group Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 4129 (Financial administrative occupations not elsewhere classified) or SOC 3534 (Financial accounts managers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4122 Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
4129 Financial administrative occupations not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3534 Financial accounts managers Also possible | £33,400 | £44,700 | £44,700 | £44,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
🚀 Accounts Payable Supervisor🚀
📍 Location: Brighton
💖 Department: Finance
📅 Position type: Hybrid, full-time
The role
As our Accounts Payable Supervisor, you'll be a key part of our Finance function, making sure supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time, across every entity we operate in. You'll build strong supplier relationships, keep our internal controls tight, and help us continually sharpen how our purchase-to-pay process works. Working closely with our Finance Manager and the wider Finance team, you'll get real ownership over how we use tools like Tipalti and Spendesk to automate and streamline the way we work.
What you will be doing
Overseeing daily invoice processing through Tipalti, resolving issues quickly and accurately
Managing the Accounts Payable inbox, triaging and responding to supplier queries every day
Running bi-weekly payment runs, keeping us on top of MPB's payment terms and approval processes
Reviewing and maintaining the aged creditors report at least quarterly, chasing down and resolving any discrepancies
Completing monthly reconciliations, including Tipalti clearing, Spendesk and American Express accounts
Validating employee expenses twice a week across all entities, checking everything sits within policy
Handling Spendesk bookkeeping each month — chasing missing receipts and importing results into NetSuite
Picking up ad-hoc work like Tipalti onboarding for new users and following up on open purchase orders
Providing sharp, useful ad-hoc analysis to the Finance team whenever it's needed
Managing AP Jira tickets, keeping response times inside our internal SLAs
Spotting and driving continuous improvement across Accounts Payable and Procurement -recommending efficiencies and automation wherever you see them
What we are looking for
A detail-oriented and proactive individual with strong organisational skills and a passion for accuracy. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing day-to-day operations with continuous process improvement. You’ll have experience working with finance systems and enjoy collaborating across teams to deliver results.
Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role, ideally within a multi-entity environment.
Strong understanding of purchase-to-pay processes and controls.
Proficiency with Tipalti, Spendesk, or similar AP automation and expense platforms is desirable.
Excellent Excel and Google Sheets skills with strong attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to manage supplier and internal stakeholder relationships.
Organised and self-motivated, capable of managing multiple priorities.
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement..
AAT qualified or actively studying towards AAT preferred.
Our Values; applied
🌍 Better, Connected: We work collaboratively and embrace diversity, creating a safe space for all
💡 Empowering and Empowered: We encourage ownership, accountability, initiative and celebrate success
🔎 Insight-driven: We analyse/review and make changes based on data
🌱 Agents of Change: We are innovative, promote sustainability and inspire development
🌟 Focussed on Excellence: We aim high and work smart & efficiently
🚀 Passionately Ambitious: We strive to improve, encouraging creativity and honesty
About MPB
We are MPB, the largest global platform for used photography and videography equipment. Our platform transforms the way that people buy, sell and trade in photo and video kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro.
We recognise the benefit of inclusive practices to better build a diverse community here at MPB. Our commitment to ensuring inclusion fuels and connects us as one with the diverse community of visual storytellers that we serve.
MPB customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of family makeup, race, sexuality, religion, gender identity, disability or age. At MPB, every employee has the opportunity to make an impact and grow.
Benefits
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
1 wellbeing day off per year
AAT study support available, including exam and study leave
5% employer contributory pension scheme
Private healthcare
Access to EAP with a range of employee discounts
Buzzing social calendar
Dog friendly workplace
Bespoke Learning Management System - the MPB 'Learning Lab' with access thousands of free courses to upskill in any areas you'd like; whether personally or professionally
2 volunteer days per year for charity which aligns with MPB values, and of your choosing
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with MPB Group Limited, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks (SOC 4122) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~213k in sample- Middle half £27,560–39,884
- Median £31,876
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. MPB Group Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 4122 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.