Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Accountant – Procure-to-Pay (P2P) to lead and support invoice processing operations within a dynamic finance team. This role involves overseeing day-to-day P2P activities, coaching team members, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and service level standards. The successful candidate will play a key part in optimizing transactional efficiency and building strong internal stakeholder relationships.
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Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, coach, and mentor a team of AP professionals, providing day-to-day support and performance guidance.
Foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture focused on accuracy, accountability, and service excellence.
Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and development planning for team members.
End-to-End Accounts Payable Operations
Oversee all areas of P2P including invoice processing, payment runs, GRIR clearing, exception handling, and vendor management.
Monitor processing timelines and accuracy to ensure SLA and KPI targets are met.
Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-impact AP issues across the region.
APAC Regional Scope
Manage the P2P processes for multiple countries across the APAC region, ensuring compliance with local regulations and business practices.
Collaborate with country finance teams, procurement, and other business units to drive operational alignment and efficiency.
Process Excellence & Controls
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflows and system usage (e.g., SAP, automation tools).
Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and global accounting policies.
Contribute to new country transitions, system implementations, or process migrations as needed.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners.
Lead regular review meetings to report performance, resolve disputes, and identify improvement opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum 4–5 years of AP experience, with 2–3 years in a leadership or mentoring role.
Solid understanding of end-to-end AP operations, preferably within a GBS or SSC environment.
Strong communication skills and stakeholder management experience across multi-country teams.
Fluency in English; Mandarin speaking is a strong advantage due to regional stakeholder interaction.
Proficient in SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
Exposure to APAC countries and regional compliance is highly preferred.
A mindset for continuous improvement, adaptability, and team empowerment.