Overview We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Manager to take full ownership of the accounts payable function in a startup environment. This is a high-impact, standalone role responsible for both the daily execution and strategic development of scalable AP operations. You will handle everything from invoice entry to payment processing while building robust processes, controls, and reporting frameworks to support a growing international business.
Responsibilities Oversee invoice processing, ensuring automated workflows function as intended
Manually enter invoices in cases where automation is not possible or fails
Ensure that invoice data is complete, accurate, and aligned with company policy
Drive vendor adoption of automation tools, such as the supplier portal and electronic invoicing, to minimize manual processing
Ensure PO compliance across the organization by guiding business users in understanding and adhering to procurement and approval processes
Manage and execute weekly payment cycles, ensuring correctness, adherence to approval policies, and consistency with vendor agreements and cash flow planning
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the AP subledger and provide support during month-end closing
Oversee and execute withholding tax payments related to HCP engagements, guaranteeing compliance, accuracy, and timely payment
Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements, reducing manual intervention and increasing accuracy and scalability
Support the FP&A Head, providing assistance with month end accruals and contribute to cash flow planning
Prepare AP reports and metrics for finance leadership
Partner with Legal, Procurement, and Finance teams to support end-to-end process alignment
Support internal, statutory, and tax audits
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Extensive, hands-on AP experience, with exposure to multinational or startup environments
Proven ability to lead and optimize AP operations independently (with experience in procure to pay systems)
Strong Excel skills and ability to build and manage trackers and reconciliations
Highly organized and accountable
Excellent command of English, any other EU languages are a strong plus
Application Sebastian Pal is looking forward to receiving your application documents via job portal (CV, diploma, reference letters; no motivational letter necessary).
Full discretion is guaranteed and we will gladly answer any additional questions.
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