Introduction

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Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Accounts Payable Manager to lead and oversee our accounts payable team. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in managing AP processes, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. As the Accounts Payable Manager, you will play a key leadership role in developing team members, optimizing workflows, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

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Team Leadership and Development:

• Manage and mentor the accounts payable team, providing training and guidance to ensure high performance.

• Conduct performance reviews and foster a collaborative, results-oriented work environment.

• Oversee workload distribution to ensure timely and accurate processing of all accounts payable transactions.

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Accounts Payable Operations:

• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor management.

• Ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices while adhering to company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Manage complex invoice scenarios, including multi-currency transactions, intercompany payments, and expense allocations.

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Vendor and Stakeholder Relations:

• Maintain strong relationships with key vendors, resolving escalated disputes and ensuring continuity of services.

• Collaborate with procurement, treasury, and other internal teams to align on payment terms, contract compliance, and cash flow management.

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Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, SOX regulations, and other applicable standards.

• Lead and support internal and external audits by preparing and providing required documentation.

• Mitigate risks by establishing robust processes and controls to prevent fraud or errors.

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Process Improvement and Automation:

• Evaluate and optimize accounts payable workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

• Lead initiatives to implement or upgrade ERP systems, automation tools, and digital solutions.

• Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure the AP function remains competitive and innovative.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounts payable or finance, with at least 3 years in a management role.

• Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, financial controls, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, GAAP).

• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

• Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Experience in process improvement and implementing automation solutions is highly desirable.