Manager - Accounts Payable

Responsibilities:

AP Operations & Team Leadership:

- Oversee the daily operations of the AP team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and queries.

- Manage and delegate tasks effectively, providing clear direction and coaching to team members.

- Conduct performance reviews and support team growth and development through training and development opportunities.

- Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment.

Process Management & Optimization:

- Develop and implement effective AP processes and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for the Shared Service Center (SSC).

- Drive regular process reviews with stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities and implement process - automation solutions.

- Ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures for AP transactions.

Accuracy & Control:

- Manage the creditors' ledger to ensure its accuracy, efficiency, and timely payments to suppliers.

- Oversee bank reconciliations for all legal entities, clearing outstanding items.

- Supervise intercompany reconciliations across the regional entities.

- Review, reconcile, and prepare analyses for GL accounts related to AP.

- Coordinate with auditors for audit completion and resolve audit queries.

Month-End Close & Reporting:

-Lead the AP team in completing monthly reconciliations and month-end closing processes.

- Ensure accurate monthly reconciliation of the AP control account in the General Ledger.

Continuous Improvement:

- Identify opportunities to streamline AP processes and implement automation solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

- Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and emerging technologies in AP automation.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor/masters degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- (CPA or equivalent certification preferred)

- Minimum 3 years of experience in Accounts Payable (AP) with leadership experience.

- Strong understanding of AP processes, accounting principles (GAAP or IFRS), and internal controls.

- Proven experience in process improvement and automation initiatives.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.

- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.