Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Business Management
10 or more years of experience in management, with progression in responsible positions
5 or more years of experience managing a team of direct reports (in multiple geographies and a shared services global environment - Desired)
7 or more years of experience in Accounts Payable (within a large, complex, publicly listed organization)
What Will Set You Apart:
Master’s in business administration or Master’s of Accountancy, CPA, CMA, or Certified Financial preferred
Direct experience managing change with new Accounts Payable systems and/or processes
SAP experience
A proven ability to build strong business relationships (beyond the Finance team) and effectively manage the needs of multiple stakeholder groups
Analytical and technical skills including financial modeling and forecasting working capital, financial statements, cost analysis, planning, MBOM, AOP, variance analysis, reporting, P&L
Established business acumen, leadership skills, and building organizational capabilities
Demonstrated knowledge of computer systems: Microsoft Office Products, (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
Drive process efficiency and cost-saving strategies through automation, continuous improvement, and industry best practices
Manage AP functions across the Americas, including disbursements, vendor relations, tax matters, and general ledger accuracy
Supervise the timely and precise handling of supplier invoices and adjustments, serving as the key contact for internal and external stakeholders
Ensure seamless collaboration across functions to support supplier setup, maintenance, and performance monitoring
Hire, train, coach, and evaluate AP staff, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and operational excellence
Oversee monthly financial close activities and ensure adherence to company policies, systems, and procedures
Lead the AP function and ensure high-quality service delivery across the organization
Oversee strategy, vendor payments, financial system integrity, and continuous process improvement
Act as a key escalation point and collaborate with executive leadership
Provide insights on technologies and metrics
Ensure compliance with company policies, strong stakeholder relationships, accurate documentation, and performance monitoring through KPIs and reporting