Accounts Payable Team Lead at Givaudan overseeing AP operations and vendor management. Leading compliance, process improvements, and team development within finance operations.
Responsibilities
Supervise day-to-day AP operations, including invoice processing, payment runs, vendor management, and reconciliations
Ensure processes comply with company policies, tax, and internal control requirements (e.g., SOP, audit standards)
Monitor KPIs and service levels, proactively manage backlogs, and drive process improvements
Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to team members to support their development
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Finance, Treasury, and Business) to resolve issues efficiently
Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and payment proposals for accuracy and compliance
Support transition activities, automation initiatives, and other continuous improvement or project work
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or related finance operations, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or team lead role
Experience in a shared service or multinational environment preferred
Strong understanding of AP processes, 3-way matching, and invoice-to-pay cycles
Proficiency in SAP (or other ERP systems e.g Esker) and good working knowledge of Excel and reporting tools
Familiarity with tax compliance, withholding, and payment cycle controls across multiple countries (where applicable)
An analytical and detail-oriented professional with strong customer focus, cross-cultural collaboration skills, and proven problem-solving abilities
Demonstrated leadership and coaching experience, with the ability to manage high transaction volumes and meet tight deadlines while driving continuous improvement
Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an added advantage
Experience in digital finance tools or automation (OCR, RPA, etc.) will be beneficial
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare plans
Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development
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