Manager, Finance (Accounts Payable)

YOUR MISSION

The primary role of the Manager, Finance is to oversee the Accounts Payable Function, design and implement processes across countries, drive automation and process efficiency, and ensure compliance with financial and governance controls.

Task 1: Lead the daily payable function. Ensure that vendor payments, employee advances and claims are managed in line with company policies, standard operating procedures and authorization matrix.

Task 2: Develop and maintain comprehensive AP process documentation, including process maps, document archiving, and responsibilities to ensure clarity and consistency of implementation among operations team.

Task 3 : Assist in treasury management – Disbursements are managed efficiently, and liquidity planning is line with business requirement; liaise directly with banks and Global Treasury

Task 4: Support the Finance team during month end closing by providing reports on accruals, AP aging, and planned disbursements.

Task 5: Partner with Finance process owners and cross-functional teams to identify pain points and gaps; and design and implement continuous improvement in Zoho (Expense Reporting & AP Module tool) and ERP system to support business needs.

Task 6: Build and maintain a strong AP team, provide coaching, feedback and performance management to direct reports, define and monitor KPIs to ensure delivery of functional roles.

YOUR TALENT

Education: Degree in Accounting

Professional Skills:

10+ Years in Finance and Accounting

Shared Services Experience preferred

Has experience leading a team (5 years of management exp)

IT Skills:

Advanced Excel skills

Advanced PowerPoint skills

SAP knowledge

Functional Skills:

Deep understanding of Core AP Operations and related system such as Zoho and SAP

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