Global Accounts Payable Manager - Galway

Location: Galway, IE

Hybrid: 4 days onsite, one day work from home 

Position Overview:

Key Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

Full Responsibility:

• Ensure all invoices & credits are processed in compliance with appropriate controls.
• Lead analysts in correct cost coding of invoices and address discrepancies promptly.
• Review and validate Carrier Setup requests.
• Ensure timely payment to carriers within agreed Payment Terms.
• Ensure Carrier statement reconciliations are up to date
• Maintain up-to-date carrier records and resolve AP finance-related issues promptly.
• Strategic Planning and Execution:
• Build and implement a 6-12 month work plan, aligning with team KPIs and OKRs.
• Work with Transformation teams to align on Service Placement and Global Carrier Support initiatives
• Detect, escalate, and resolve emerging issues with urgency.
• Prioritize projects based on expected value-add and liaise with technical managers for prioritization.
• Month-end Closing and Reporting:
• Lead the team in month-end closing activities and ensure deadlines are met.
• Accomplish various analyses and reconciliations as per functional requirements.
• Fulfil cash flow forecast responsibilities.

Process Enhancement and Documentation:

• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process.
• Document and develop AP processes to enhance departmental efficiency.
• Lead team participation  in system testing and assist with system-related issues.

Team Management and Development:

• Manage and mentor team members, providing guidance and support.
• Set goals and objectives for direct reports aligned with career development.
• Conduct regular 1:1 meetings and document progress discussions.
• Deliver training sessions to team members and assist with onboarding new hires.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve complex issues.
• Serve as the point of contact for escalations from carriers and internal business partners.
• Proactively engage with third-party providers and offshore teams.

Ownership and Innovation:

• Own projects that drive revenue, improve customer experience, and reduce costs.
• Creatively question existing processes and suggest new ideas to drive high impact.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field; Finance qualification desirable.
• over 8  years of experience in a fast-paced Accounts Payable environment.
• Previous experience in Logistics or Freight AP preferred.
• Proficiency in a second European language advantageous.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Google Enterprise Suite tools.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience managing and motivating a team.
• Proven track record of setting and achieving departmental objectives.

Additional Requirements:

• Flexibility to handle ad hoc issues effectively.
• Meticulous attention to detail and forward-thinking capabilities.
• Motivation to develop and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Willingness to initiate process improvements and drive efficiency.
• Ability to anticipate needs and proactively address them.