Manager/Senior Manager/Chief Manager - Accounts Payable

Role Overview:

As Manager / Sr. Manager / Chief Manager - Accounts Payable, you will lead and oversee the entire accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and vendor reconciliations. You will collaborate closely with procurement, finance, and various business units to maintain strong vendor relationships and optimize payment processes. Your expertise will be crucial in driving efficiency, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. This role directly impacts the company's financial health by ensuring accurate and timely payments, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and contributing to efficient financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, from invoice receipt to payment disbursement, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

- Oversee vendor master data management, ensuring data integrity and compliance with company policies.

- Lead and mentor a team of accounts payable professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

- Develop and implement accounts payable policies and procedures to streamline processes and enhance internal controls.

- Conduct regular vendor reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.

- Analyze accounts payable data to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and areas for process improvement.

- Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal control requirements.

- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide necessary documentation and support during audits.

- Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy in the accounts payable process.

- Manage relationships with key vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving payment-related issues promptly.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated ability to manage and optimize the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment disbursement, and vendor reconciliation.

- Proven leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounts payable professionals.

- Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax regulations, and internal control requirements related to accounts payable.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex payment-related issues.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with vendors, internal stakeholders, and auditors.

- Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and accounts payable automation tools.