Our client, a leader in their field is looking for an International Accounts Payable Team Leader to join their successful team.

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, duties include:

• Team Leadership and Management:

? Supervising and mentoring a team of accounts payable specialists
? Organising training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge
? Conducting performance reviews and providing constructive feedback

• Accounts Payable Processing:

? Overseeing the timely and accurate processing of invoices, statement reconciliations and payments
? Ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards
? Managing month-end and year-end closing processes

• Vendor Management:

? Maintaining strong working relationships with vendors
? Negotiating payment terms and handling disputes effectively
? Ensuring vendor accounts are reconciled accurately and resolutions are executed on for outstanding items

• Process Improvement:

? Identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
? Collaborating with IT and other departments to enhance AP systems
? Developing and maintaining internal controls and procedures

• Reporting and Compliance:

? Preparing detailed reports regarding AP metrics for senior management
? Monthly reporting on all Ballance sheet control accounts ( GRIR)
? Managing audits related to accounts payable

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficient in AP software and systems
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Desired Skills:

• Accounts Payable
• Management
• Vendor Management
• Process Improvement
• Reporting
• Compliance