PbAccounts Payable Manager /b /ppThe World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is an international organization for public-private cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. /ppbWhy we are recruiting /b /ppTo support continued business growth and increasing operational complexity, the Finance team is strengthening its Accounts Payable capability. This role is critical to ensuring strong team leadership, operational excellence, and robust controls, while maintaining a high level of service across the organization. /ppbReporting Lines Interactions /b /ppThe Accounts Payable Manager reports to the Head of Finance and has full responsibility for leading, developing, and overseeing the Accounts Payable team. /ppThis role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders across the organization, as well as with Procurement, IT, and external partners including suppliers and banking institutions. /ppThe successful candidate will combine strong people leadership with deep technical expertise, leading the team while remaining sufficiently hands-on to ensure quality, control, and operational continuity. /ppbMain Responsibilities /b /pliLead, develop, and manage the Accounts Payable team, setting clear priorities, expectations, and performance standards /liliEnsure the effective and efficient delivery of all Accounts Payable operations, maintaining high levels of accuracy, compliance, and service /liliOversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met /liliAct as the primary point of accountability for Accounts Payable, ensuring adherence to policies, controls, and accounting standards /liliDrive continuous improvement across processes, systems, and team capabilities /liliLead and contribute to projects impacting Accounts Payable, including process optimization and system enhancements /lipbDetailed Responsibilities /b /pliProvide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and development to the Accounts Payable team, fostering accountability, engagement, and high performance /liliMaintain appropriate oversight of operations while actively supporting key tasks when required, particularly during peak periods or complex cases /liliOversee vendor payments, including wires and foreign currency transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness /liliMonitor Accounts Payable ageing and proactively manage payment cycles and outstanding balances /liliEnsure completion, accuracy, and review of balance sheet reconciliations related to Accounts Payable /liliEnsure compliance with travel expense and Corporate Credit Card policies, taking corrective action where required /liliBuild and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and banking partners /liliEnsure consistent and accurate invoice processing and booking across the team /liliLead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives with Accounts Payable impact, ensuring alignment and delivery /lipbRequirements /b /pliDegree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration /liliProfessional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or Swiss Brevet Federal in Accounting /lili10 years of relevant professional experience, including proven experience managing and developing teams in Accounts Payable or a similar finance function /liliStrong track record of leading teams while remaining operationally credible and hands-on when needed /liliExcellent technical accounting knowledge, including Swiss VAT and cost accounting principles /liliStrong systems and ERP experience, with the ability to drive process improvements /liliExperience leading or contributing to finance transformation or process improvement initiatives is highly desirable /liliStrong stakeholder management and influencing skills across functions and seniority levels /liliExcellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills /liliFluent in English (written and spoken); French is an advantage /liliPragmatic, proactive, and solution-oriented, with strong leadership presence and a results-driven mindset /lipbWhy work at the Forum: /b /ppThe Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change! /p