We are recruiting for one of our prestigious clients a global leader in the automotive industry. For their Shared Service Centre based in Wrocław, we are looking for AP Manager. 

This position will be responsible for managing the Accounts Payable Teams and supporting all finance and accounting activities within Shared Service in Wroclaw. SAP S4 HANA implementation was already completed, and now there is a focus on managing day-to-day AP operations.

This position will be responsible for the standardization of the processes and delivering a new ways of working for the PTP process. The position will be also responsible for SOX and US GAAP compliance for local statutory reporting and tax regulations. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of around 20 accountants a up to 3 direct team leaders 
• Ensure proactive and timely issue resolution and professional service of the AP process
• Ensuring continuous improvement of AP processes and procedures
• Daily management of operational activities to ensure quality delivery of services and comply with business and finance standards and policies
• Address more complex issues with the appropriate teams in the organization to aim for a permanent problem resolution
• Working collaboratively with different finance departments to facilitate operational efficiencies in terms of timely invoice validation & query resolution
• Monitoring, interpreting, and reporting team key performance indicators (KPI)
• Motivating, coaching, and developing people
• Supporting internal and external audit requirements in relation to AP processes
• Manages the finance and accounting process activities such as invoice processing, payment executions, and T&E accounting - for a number of entities in EMEA countries
• Produces timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financials in line with the timetable and in line with company standards (US GAAP)

Skills Required:

• Excellent knowledge of the AP processes
• Experience partnering effectively throughout an organization to develop and drive EMEA initiatives
• Demonstrated understanding of regulatory environments
• Demonstrated business acumen, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail under tight deadlines
• Change management leadership capability and demonstrated process management skills
• Track record of process improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Knowledge of MS Office applications and Accounting/ ERP systems (SAP experience beneficial)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good business knowledge, including knowledge of regulations and procedures
• Must be able to multi-task and work with a diverse international team and always provide excellent customer service.
• Demonstrated leadership skills: influential, confident in leading international meetings; drive for results, effective planning/prioritization, project management
• Strong communication skills and fast learning ability required
• Fluency in English is mandatory

Education/Experience:

• Masters/ Finance or Accounting with a minimum of 5 years of Finance/ Accounting experience in an international company
• Minimum 3 years of people management experience  

We offer:

• A competitive salary based on your experience
• Attractive bonus system
• Private healthcare
• Life insurance
• MultiSport card
• Worksmile platform
• Lunch Pass