Accounts Payable Manager - Global Process and Compliance (Hybrid Working)

Company Background:

We are representing our client who provides innovative, global supply-chain solutions across Automotive, Consumer, Industrial and Retail markets in Sea Freight and Air Freight is looking for Accounts Payable Manager - Global Process and Compliance to join the team

Job Responsibilities:

Process, Control and Compliance

• Define, implement and standardize AP processes across regions and operating systems 
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of end-to-end AP policies and procedures for all LOB and operating systems
• Establish and enforce adherence to global AP policies, internal control standards for AP processes across different operating systems 
• Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of the global vendor master file, implement controls to validate vendor data, prevent duplicate records, and ensure data integrity across various operating systems
• Partner with internal audit, finance and procurement team to resolve any compliance related issues
• Serve as the AP Subject Matter Expert (SME) for global AP inquiries and provide guidance and support on process and compliance related matters
• Promote a culture of end-to-end process excellence, service excellence, and continuous value improvement

Transformation:

• Drive the design and implementation of Global AP enterprise strategy and technology roadmap 
• Ensure optimal use and adaptation of ERP/enabling technologies (e.g. Robotics Process Automations, OCR) 
• Understands business functional system challenges and issues, acting as a change agent garnering trust, respect and support
• Performance enabler of successful transformation, driving deployment of next generation systems and disruptive technologies.
• Lead and support change management and communication efforts for all AP related projects

Continuous Process Improvement and Project Management:

• Lead initiatives to identify areas for process automation and continuous improvement within AP and vendor master-data
• Support business / IT projects on AP related topics Facilitate requirements gathering sessions, perform Fit/Gap Analysis, document decisions, maintain configuration documentation, facilitate testing activities, and coordinate deployment activities.
• Work with key stakeholders across the process 
• Prioritize projects, make decisions on project teams and governance, approve requirements, and take on project lead roles as needed to ensure successful delivery
• Conduct regular audits and assessment of AP and vendor onboarding processes 
• Develop and Monitor AP metrics and performance indicators

Job Requirements:

• Degree or Professional Qualification in Accounting/Finance (CPA / ACCA)
• Min 8-10 years of relevant P2P working experience with at least 3 years of managerial experience in Multi-National Companies (MNC)
• Preferably have experience in audit or logistics industry
• Good working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and tax rules
• Self-motivated, forward-thinking, resulted orientated and demonstrate a decisive coaching leadership style
• Good perspective in achieving results both short and long term and be held accountable
• Strong analytical skills, meticulous, innovative and resourceful to resolve issues
• Good business acumen with the ability to synthesize complex data from different source into meaningful insights and actionable information
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment with a good command of spoken and written English to influence and motivate
• Proficient in Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint), experienced in SAP or other ERP accounting software

Job Details:

• Permanent employment
• Working hours : Mon - Fri (8.30am - 5.30pm)
• Hybrid working arrangement

Benefits:

• 13 months salary
• Medical Allowance
• Insurance is provided

Qualified and interested candidates may apply online or email your updated resume to siti(at)talentrecruit.com.my

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.