Accounts Payable Manager (M/F)

Your responsibilities

• Leading, developing and supporting Team Leaders and the wider Accounts Payable organization
• Overseeing day-to-day AP operations and ensuring the smooth execution of invoice and payment processes
• Managing activities related to month-end closing and supplier master data
• Monitoring key performance indicators and ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness of AP processes
• Identifying root causes of invoice and payment discrepancies and cooperating with relevant stakeholders to prevent recurring issues
• Building effective communication and maintaining proactive cooperation with Procurement and other business partners
• Supervising the reconciliation and resolution of overdue invoices, outstanding payments and other AP-related discrepancies
• Ensuring appropriate quality standards and conducting regular reviews of processes and team performance
• Supporting internal controls and participating in SOX-related audits by providing required documentation, data and operational support
• Driving process improvements and promoting high operational standards across the AP organization

We are looking for someone who has

• Solid professional experience within Accounts Payable / Procure-to-Pay, including experience in a leadership role
• Experience in managing Team Leaders, managers or larger accounting teams
• Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes, including invoice processing, payments and month-end activities
• Experience in working with KPIs, service quality and process performance
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to identify process issues, analyse root causes and implement improvements
• Experience in an international or complex organizational environment
• Very good command of English
• Familiar with SAP
• Knowledge of SOX controls or experience supporting internal or external audits will be an advantage

What we offer

• Hybrid working model
• Flexible working hours
• Annual performance bonus
• Broad benefits package, including MultiSport card, private medical care and life insurance
• Cooperation with international stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• A role combining people leadership, operational management and process improvement
• Employment within an international business environment