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

This position will be responsible for managing the Accounts Payable Teams and supporting all finance and accounting activities, as well as leading the transition of processes from Local Business Units to Shared Service in Wroclaw, implementation of SAP, and afterward managing day-to-day AP operations.

This position will be responsible for the standardization of the processes and establishing a common new way 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 up to 3 direct and outsourced resources via team leaders reporting directly to the role holder
• Ensure proactive and timely issue resolution and professional service of the PTP 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
• Process governance with key stakeholders
• 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:

• Excellent knowledge of the PTP process
• Experience partnering effectively throughout an organization to develop and drive regional initiatives
• Demonstrated understanding of regulatory environments
• Demonstrated business acumen, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail under pressure
• 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
• Open minded attitude 
• Fluency in English is mandatory

Education/Experience:

• Masters/ Finance or Accounting with a minimum of 6 years of Finance/ Accounting experience in an international company
• Minimum 3 years of people management experience
• Experience in working on the PTP team in SSC

 

We offer

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