AP/AR Manager
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£44,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3534 (78% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £44,700, and Metric is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 3534 (Financial accounts managers) · 78% match
- Possible 1131 (Financial managers and directors) · 7% match
- Possible 4122 (Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks) · 7% match
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3534 Financial accounts managers Most likely code | £33,400 | £44,700 | £44,700 | £44,700 |
1131 Financial managers and directors Also possible | £52,600 | £60,100 | £67,600 | £75,100 |
4122 Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
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
AP/AR Manager
We are looking for an experienced AP/AR Manager to oversee our Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and effective cash flow management. Working closely with the Office Manager and senior leadership team, you will help drive operational efficiency, manage costs, and support informed business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring accurate processing, strong financial controls, and timely settlement of payments and collections.
- Monitor cash flow, aged debtors, and creditor balances, providing regular reporting and insights to support effective financial management.
- Oversee and collaborate with the Office Manager regarding conference spend and office related expenses.
- Review supplier, contracts and subscription costs to identify opportunities for savings, efficiencies, and improved commercial outcomes.
- Assess significant expenditure against business requirements, budget considerations, and expected return on investment (ROI).
- Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across finance and operational functions.
- Work closely with senior leadership to identify cost optimisation opportunities and ensure resources are allocated effectively to support business growth.
Requirements
- Proven experience managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions within a commercial environment.
- Experience supervising, mentoring, or managing team members.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, cash flow management, reconciliations, and credit control processes.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse costs, challenge expenditure, and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost savings.
Why Join Metric?
Metric is a modern, high-growth executive search firm with offices in New York, Fort Lauderdale, Austin, San Diego, London, Nottingham & Leeds. Recognised for our rapid expansion, we offer a dynamic, supportive environment where ambitious professionals can thrive.
If you’re ready to make an impact in a global business, we’d love to hear from you.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Metric, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Financial accounts managers (SOC 3534) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~123k in sample- Middle half £36,556–61,412
- Median £46,124
- Going rate £44,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,230
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Metric 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 3534 going rate of £44,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.