Overview:
The EMEA Accounts Payable Manager will lead a team charged with supporting accounts payable processes (for Direct and Indirect) and implementing tools and technology in support of evolving business models. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily end-to-end processes with the Accounts Payable team within Ariba and SAP ECC.
Responsibilities:
Participate in design and implementation of tools and technology in support of Source to Pay Finance Transformation initiatives such as Ariba and S/4 Hana
* Drive AP design, testing and training sessions for Ariba Buying & Invoicing expansion and S/4 Hana implementation.
* Participate in planning and prioritizing continuous improvement projects. (e.g support implementation of Robotic Process Automation throughout EMEA.) as part of overall Source to Pay strategy
* Define and track key metrics in order to measure business impact regarding changes pertaining to improving backlog, discount vendor payments, etc.
* Lead development of a capacity plan to enable a consistent balance of workflow amongst the AP Team while maintaining an excellent level of service to our internal customers and external vendors
Act as a subject matter expert for the AP team members and Manage the AP EMEA Team
* Manage resourcing budget for AP EMEA team (temp and perm FTE's) in order to support multiple legal entities by selecting and developing team members in the AP EMEA department.
* Act as a subject matter expert for the daily Payee and Payment operations of the Accounts Payable department. Provide support for daily process questions, process improvement reviews as well as continuous employee training.
* Liaise with banking partners to confirm receipt and processing of payment files. Manage payment file discrepancies and escalations directly with the bank. Review and approve all payments including foreign currencies.
* Proactively manage risk, anticipate potential issues and implement appropriate mitigations
Provide subject matter expertise and judgment to support regulatory requirements and internal control reviews
* Maintain and perform process and system controls for SOX compliance
* Ensure mitigation of financial risk by adhering to all internal controls and facilitating support of both internal and external audit requests. Identify and recommend process improvements and efficiency gains pertaining to the controls as AP processes are continuously changing to accommodate the needs of the business and our vendors.
* Complete month-end close tasks to include review and approval of general ledger account reconciliations.
Qualifications:
Education: Third-level degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience: Demonstrated ability in effectively leading accounts payable functions
Experience in using SAP accounting and purchasing modules.
Experience in using Ariba Buying & Invoicing and S/4 Hana is a plus
Proficiencies: The Accounts Payable Supervisor will need to have strong analytical skills and the ability to propose positive business solutions to problems
Travel (If Applicable): Ad Hoc
In addition to salary, we work flexibly and provide 25 days holidays, excellent family friendly benefits such as attractive employer pension contribution, life assurance, income protection and private medical. With Waters, there are plenty of opportunities for you to grow, develop and contribute.
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