Leader Accounts Payable

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

The Accounts Payable (AP) Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate payment processing, compliance with company policies, and the effectiveness of internal controls.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The main responsibilities of the AP Leader for our plants will be:

•Oversee daily AP operations to ensure timely invoice processing and supplier payments.

•Monitor workload distribution and resource utilization.

•Review AP KPIs and service levels.

•Ensure timely resolution of supplier issues and payment exceptions.

•Coordinate month-end and year-end AP activities and cash forecasting processes.

•Maintain a strong control environment and ensure compliance with company policies, SOX requirements, and regulatory standards.

•Support internal and external audits and coordinate remediation activities when required.

•Lead, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team.

•Ensure adequate workload distribution and cross-training within the department.

•Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

•Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate AP processes.

•Drive initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and enhance service quality.

•Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Treasury, HR, and IT on process enhancement projects.

•Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and issue resolution.

•All other duties that are considered necessary to meet the goals of the position and the needs of the company

WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

•Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

•5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Shared Services, or Finance operations.

•Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX compliance, and AP best practices.

•Prior people leadership experience

•Experience with ERP systems and process improvement initiatives (preferred Oracle)

•Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

•Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office.

•Intermediate or Advanced English level to participate in business meetings and prepare executive reports

COMPETENCES

? Maintain High Work Standards

? Continuous Learning

? Demonstrates Adaptability

? Effective Communication

? Collaborating With Others

? Continuous Improvement

? Leadership

? Operational Excellence

? Collaboration & Communication