Invoice to Pay Team Lead

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REQUIREMENTS OF SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Years of relevant Job Knowledge - Broad Knowledge (5 - 7 years)
• Professional with advanced/well-developed knowledge of P2P operations activities
• Experience working with SAP VIM, SAP S4, and Ivalua, with a proven track record of optimizing processes and driving results for the Purchase to Pay process
• Experience in Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies and the ability to translate them into real-world solutions preferred
• Proficient in using excel and/or google sheets for data analysis and visualization.
• Experience with Tableau and/or power query preferred
• Background in Finance
• Motivational people manager who believes in building teams of high performing individuals and knows what it takes to do this in a rounded and people-centered way
• Understanding the impact of the team and the bigger picture
• Demonstrated analytical and curious mindset, tenacity, drive, and ability to inspire and collaborate
• Ability to be an effective people manager yet just as comfortable rolling up the sleeves to get the job done
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to present, make decisions and gain consensus with a large group
• Expert knowledge using data to drive smart decisions, make improvements and deliver results
• Ability to proactively drive the assigned projects and reach the preset objectives
• Ability to multi-task & a flexible and positive attitude
• Ability to adapt style and approach in order to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders from a variety of different cultures

• Develop, manage and inspire a team of Analysts, translating company, and departmental goals into team and personal objectives
• Prepare and conduct performance reviews and keep track of progress during the year
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the AP function, including invoice processing and vendor reconciliations
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices (KPIs and SLAs), with a strong emphasis on PO-based transactions
• Drive best practices in handling AP processes using SAP S4, VIM, and Ivalua systems
• Collaborate with procurement teams to streamline the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process, ensuring all invoices are properly matched with POs
• Lead efforts to improve reconciliation processes, ensuring discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner
• Oversee month-end and year-end AP close processes, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Establish a reporting framework which supports decision making, accountability, and process improvements, keeping in mind control environment and compliance requirements
• Lead or contribute to AP-related projects, including system upgrades, process improvements, and automation initiatives
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in AP operations and drive implementation of best practices
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support global initiatives, ensuring AP processes align with the company’s financial goals
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and external regulations, including SOX and audit requirements
• Maintain and enforce AP policies, procedures, and controls to minimize errors and prevent fraud
• Manage relationships with internal and external auditors and ensure smooth audit processes
• Act as a key point of contact for vendors, procurement, and other internal stakeholders regarding AP issues, escalations, and resolution of complex cases