About SKY Leasing
SKY Leasing ("SKY") is an alternative investment manager dedicated to providing
asset‑focused capital solutions to airlines globally. With a global presence across
five offices in San Francisco, Dublin, New York, Miami, and Singapore, SKY
leverages a 30‑year history of global aviation relationships, technical asset
management expertise, and a disciplined investment framework, to originate
unique investment opportunities with an emphasis on seeking downside
protection and stable cash flow. The company’s fund management business was
founded in 2019 with a minority investment from M&G Investments. As of January
2026, the company manages over $5 billion of aviation assets. For more
information about SKY Leasing, visit www.skyleasing.com.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee and manage the end-to-end AP function across a multi-entity global structure (3 operating structures). The role is responsible for ensuring the efficient processing of supplier invoices, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and ensuring timely and accurate payments.
This position will lead a team responsible for invoice processing and play a critical role in driving process efficiency, resolving escalations, and maintaining strong.
Objectives of this Role
Support the company in optimising our financial transactions and systems.
Strengthen and grow relationships with Vendors and Customers through timely payment and collections.
Assist in streamlining and improving the AP processes.
Exercise integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting.
Comply with all relevant financial requirements.
Daily, Weekly and Monthly Responsibilities
Accounts Payable Operations
Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable function across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions.
Review invoices for appropriate documentation and ensure appropriately processed.
Review the ret up new vendors in the system, including
Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices in line with agreed SLAs.
Prepare and review vendor accruals quarterly and assist with monthly reporting.
Payments & Cash Management
Review and/or prepare payment runs across entities (bank transfer files, etc.).
Ensure appropriate approval workflows and controls are adhered to.
Partner with Treasury/Finance to optimise cash flow and payment timing.
Ensure compliance with banking and payment regulations across jurisdictions.
Act as the primary escalation point for vendor queries and disputes.
Ensure timely and professional resolution of supplier issues.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors.
Oversee communication processes to ensure vendors are kept informed.
Reconciliations & Controls
Ensure regular and accurate vendor account reconciliations.
Identify and resolve discrepancies, aged balances, and unmatched items.
Maintain strong internal controls and compliance across AP processes.
Support audit processes (internal and external).
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
Partner with Finance, Procurement, and other stakeholders across the business.
Support month‑end close activities related to AP.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve AP performance.
Manage and develop a team of AP processors responsible for invoice entry and processing.
Set performance standards, KPIs, and ensure accountability across the team.
Provide training, coaching, and continuous improvement support.
Drive a high-performance culture focused on accuracy, efficiency, and responsiveness.
Skills and Qualifications
Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, controls, and best practices.
Proven ability to manage teams and prioritise workloads effectively.
Excellent problem-solving and vendor management skills.
High attention to detail and strong organisational capabilities.
Strong communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholders globally.
Understanding of basic principles of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping.
Superb time management and detail with ability to prioritise and organise.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software (Business Central 365 preferred).
Experience with OCR tools.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years’ experience in AP Manager role within a corporate environment.
Experience with accounting software, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 and OCR Tools for invoice processing.
Strong Excel/data analysis capability.
Experience with the aircraft leasing industry and structures is an advantage.
Compensation
Flexible working policy to be discussed at interview stage. Due to coordination with the US Team working hours will require flexibility on occasion.
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