Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
We are seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join a dynamic and fast-paced team where you’ll play a pivotal role in driving efficiency and accuracy across the accounts payable function. As a Senior Specialist, you’ll mentor a talented Junior A/P Specialist, improve processes, and foster strong vendor relationships, all while ensuring the integrity of financial transactions. The role will also involve some support of the payroll function.
Responsibilities:
1. Team Leadership: Inspire, mentor, and support an Accounts Payable Specialist, fostering an environment of growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
2. Process Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements that drive efficiency and accuracy in invoice processing and payment procedures.
3. Invoice Management: Lead the review and approval of invoices, ensuring alignment with company policies and financial standards.
4. Vendor Relations: Develop a deep understanding of vendor management, including Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and maintain strong, proactive relationships to resolve inquiries and disputes.
5. Reporting: Prepare insightful reports on accounts payable metrics, payment cycles, and outstanding invoices for senior leadership.
6. Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations, company policies, and internal controls.
7. Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with finance, procurement, and other key departments to streamline processes and address operational challenges.
What We’re Looking For:
1. Leadership: A proven track record in leading and motivating teams to drive results and maintain high standards of performance.
2. Attention to Detail: Strong focus on precision and accuracy in financial transactions, with a keen eye for identifying discrepancies.
3. Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze financial data, trends, and process flows to make informed decisions and improve practices.
4. Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration with teams and vendors.
5. Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (ERP systems) and advanced Excel skills.
Qualifications & Requirements:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or part-qualified accountant.
2. Significant experience in Accounts Payable and Payroll, with international payroll experience considered a plus.
3. A valid driving license and personal transport is essential as the office location is not accessible via public transport.
Why Join Us?
1. Leadership Role: Play a key part in a growing and dynamic finance team.
2. Impactful Work: Influence process improvements and drive operational excellence.
3. Supportive Environment: Opportunity for professional development and career growth in a collaborative workplace.
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Skills:
Accounts Payable, SAP, Payroll
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