Accounts Payable Manager Qualification

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The Accounts Payable Manager Qualification is a comprehensive program designed to equip professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively oversee and manage accounts payable processes, vendor relationships, compliance, and strategic financial decision-making in organisations.

Why this qualification?

  • Gain comprehensive knowledge and skills in Accounts Payable Management.
  • Effectively oversee financial transactions and optimise vendor relationships.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and mitigate risks.
  • Enhance career prospects and open doors to higher-level financial management roles.
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What will I learn?

In AP Management Fundamentals, you'll learn essential skills to manage a team effectively, deal with complaints and difficulties, project management and everything else you need for management in Accounts Payable.

  • AP Leadership
  • Managing Teams (Onsite & Remotely)
  • AP Complaints & Difficult Situations
  • AP Project Management
  • Change/Stakeholder
  • Management
  • KPI’s
  • Motivation, Coaching & Training
  • Presentations

In Compliance & Controls, you'll learn about industry regulations, internal controls, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance in financial operations.

  • Why AP Controls Are Fundamental
  • Internal Controls
  • Process Controls
  • Control Best Practices
  • Risk Management
  • AP Policies & Procedures
  • Fraud Prevention
  • Cyber Security
  • Audits (Internal/External)

In the Best Practice & Process Improvement, you'll learn effective strategies to enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and optimise processes like Procure to Pay, Customer Service and Statement Reconciliations.

  • Statement Reconciliations
  • AP Reporting
  • AP Benchmarking
  • Customer Service
  • Procure To Pay
  • Process Mapping
  • AP Structures

In the Regulatory Controls/Business Resilience, you'll learn about regulatory requirements, risk management, and strategies to ensure business continuity and resilience in unexpected disruptions or crises.

  • Anti Bribery / Corruption
  • GDPR
  • Payment Reporting Practices
  • Prompt Payment Code
  • Data Security
  • Vat Fundamentals
  • CIS
  • Crisis Strategy
  • Resilience Policy
  • Brexit Planning

In Supplier Management, you'll learn how to effectively select, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in the supply chain.

  • Supplier Onboarding
  • Supplier Selection
  • Supplier Master File Maintenance
  • Supplier Access & Control
  • Supplier Relationship
  • Management
  • Supplier Risk Management

In the AP Technology module, you'll learn about the latest technology tools and solutions used in accounts payable processes, such as automation, invoice management systems, and data analytics, to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations

  • How far has AP technology come?
  • AP Technology Solutions
  • Understanding the benefits of AP technology
  • Which AP solutions to choose?
  • Creating a business case for technology
  • AP technology planning & Implementation
  • Communication

In Travel & Entertainment for Accounts Payable, you'll learn about managing expense reports and reimbursement policies and ensuring financial operations compliance with travel and entertainment expenses.

  • Regulatory guidelines
  • T&E Policy
  • T&E Compliance
  • T&E Process
  • Travel Management Companies (TMC)
  • Corporate Cards
  • T&E Automated Solutions
  • T&E Best Practice & Controls
  • T&E Fraud

How will I be assessed?

At the end of each module, students are required to confirm their understanding through a series of written blogs relating to accounts payable. Once submitted, they will be verified by our AP Tutors. There are seven blogs in total.

On completion of the course content, there is a final written assignment to be completed and verified.

(Students must pass the assignment within 3 attempts)

The qualification should take approximately 120 hours. Students are expected to complete the course in 12 months. During the course the student should also reference other media and articles on the subject as well as researching the course subjects in their own working environment.

What’s Included:

  • Welcome
  • Introduction Video
  • Educational Podcast Series
  • AP Manager Course Manual

Accounts Payable Manager Qualification

£799.00 £799+VAT

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The Accounts Payable Manager Qualification is a comprehensive program designed to equip professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively oversee and manage accounts payable processes, vendor relationships, compliance, and strategic financial decision-making in organisations.

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Available as an in-house course

Our trainers can come to you! If you have a suitable venue, you can book a bespoke in-house course for your team. Enquire for more information.

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What's a qualification?

Qualifications include an assessment component in addition to course material, ensuring students are able to demonstrate their knowledge and expertise. Upon successful completion, students will be recognised as qualified Accounts Payable professionals.

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All students receive an automatic enrolment email with details of how to access their qualification material. If you haven't received yours, then please contact apeducation@ap-association.co.uk and quote your name, company and qualification.

All students enrolled onto an APA online Qualification have 12 months to successfully complete the educational content and assessments.

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