Director, Global Accounts Payable at Fresenius Medical Care

, , Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable, Leadership, Financial Oversight, Compliance, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Talent Development, Reporting, Analysis, Project Management, ERP Systems, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to Detail

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Director, Global Accounts Payable is responsible for providing strategic direction and operational leadership to the centralized Accounts Payable function within a shared services environment. This role oversees AP operations across global business services sites, ensuring process accuracy, efficiency, and timely vendor payments. The incumbent will lead a team of AP professionals, develop strategies and initiatives that maximize operational effectiveness, and implement policies and procedures that support compliance, consistency, and service excellence. Working closely with procurement, finance, and other business partners, the Director will drive process improvements, monitor key performance indicators, and identify opportunities to streamline and strengthen the organization’s financial operations on a global scale. Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Provide vision and direction for the global accounts payable (AP) function, aligning goals with the company’s mission, core values, and long-term business objectives. Lead organizational change and implement structures that drive operational excellence within a shared services environment. Operational & Financial Oversight: Direct the administration of business processes, ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments, effective budget management, and adherence to schedules. Oversee planning, staffing, expense priorities, and resource allocation to support the organization’s financial strategy. Policy, Compliance & Risk Management: Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial regulations, and internal controls. Identify risks such as fraud or process inefficiencies and establish safeguards to mitigate them. Process Excellence & Innovation: Continuously evaluate and improve AP processes, systems, and controls. Design and monitor key performance metrics, driving initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness across global service delivery sites. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Partner with finance, procurement, and other cross-functional teams to streamline processes, resolve outstanding issues, and strengthen vendor relationships. Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on AP practices and industry-specific financial requirements. Leadership & Talent Development: Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing global AP team. Provide clear goals, feedback, and technical guidance while fostering an engaged workforce. Collaborate with HR on employee matters and establish succession plans to build future leaders within the organization. Reporting & Analysis: Analyze AP data, prepare accurate reports for senior management, and provide insights that support decision-making and continuous improvement. Projects & Systems Management: Lead or contribute to special projects as assigned, including the implementation and optimization of financial systems to support automation, efficiency, and scalability of AP operations. Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable leadership (Director level or equivalent), ideally within a shared services or global business services environment Demonstrated success in leading and developing diverse, multi-geography teams across end-to-end P2P functions Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environments with the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and deadlines Deep knowledge and hands-on experience managing all facets of the purchase-to-pay process Strong digital skills, including advanced use of spreadsheets, databases, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.), CPM, and reporting/analytics tools Solid understanding of financial, regulatory, and tax requirements relevant to AP operations Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, engage, and build trust at all levels of the organization Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze data, generate insights, and drive process improvements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or equivalent is an advantage) Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area. Let’s stay connected! Joining our talent network allows us to send you new job opportunities!

Responsibilities

The Director, Global Accounts Payable provides strategic direction and operational leadership to the centralized Accounts Payable function, ensuring process accuracy and timely vendor payments. This role involves leading a team, developing strategies for operational effectiveness, and collaborating with various business partners to drive improvements.