The Senior - Accounts Payable plays a key role within the finance department, overseeing the end-to-end process of supplier invoice processing and payment coordination. This role includes advanced responsibilities such as managing complex invoices, leading process improvement initiatives, training junior team members, and supporting internal audits. The Senior Finance Coordinator ensures the smooth operation of the accounts payable while maintaining compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

• Advanced Invoice Processing: Lead the processing and validation of supplier invoices, including complex and high-value transactions. Ensure accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with financial policies and procedures.

• Support AP closing activities during month, quarter and year end.

• Payment Process Support and/or Coordination: Coordinate with the payments team to ensure invoices are processed and paid in a timely manner. Oversee the preparation of invoice batches, ensuring compliance with payment schedules and internal controls.

• Vendor Relationship Management: Maintain and build strong relationships with key vendors. May as the primary point of contact for complex vendor inquiries, payment issues, and dispute resolution.

• Record Keeping and Audit Support: Ensure accurate and organized records of processed invoices and payment transactions. Provide support during internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor queries.

• Compliance and Controls: Ensure strict adherence to company policies, financial regulations, and compliance requirements. Identify potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes for efficiency and accuracy. Lead the development and implementation of best practices and process changes.

• Team Leadership and Training: Provide guidance and training to Finance Assistants and other junior team members. Assist in developing their skills and knowledge in accounts payable processes.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, such as Purchasing, Finance, and Operations, to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth coordination of accounts payable activities.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Shared Service Centers experience is desirable.
• Intermediate in English: B1+ English Level.
• MS Office: Word, Power Point, Outlook - Excel
• ERPs experience (Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, Mainframe).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and lead process improvement projects.

Competencies
• Put the customer first.
• Own your results.
• Find a better way every day.

About You
If you thrive on accuracy and efficiency in financial processes, this opportunity is for you. Your outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks will be crucial in meeting strict deadlines. With excellent communication abilities, you will effectively engage with vendors and internal partners to address challenges. Your talent for identifying root causes and implementing process improvements will be an asset in this position.