Job Description
Ornua is currently looking for an experienced Group Accounts Payable Manager.The role is part of the Finance Services team where the role will directly manage the co-op accounts payable team along with indirect management of the Accounts payable managers within the overall Finance services team, this includes entities in UK, Ireland, Spain and Germany.There may be some requirement for travel (national and international) with this role.KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Overall management of Co-op Accounts payable team (AP Manager/4 AP administrators)Ownership of Group Accounts payable policiesDevelop and implement best practices, policies, and procedures to streamline the accounts payable functionManagement of Accounts Payable KPIs and SLAsIdentify areas of process improvements and efficienciesMonitor and report on key performance indicators, driving improvements and ensuring compliance with company policiesBe the main point of contact for the continuous improvement steering committee for the Finance service team.Identify and oversee the implementation and rollout of Continuous Improvements to each of the Accounts Payable Sites.Documentation of any new Processes identified and Implemented through Continuous Improvements.Liaise with the Accounts Payable Managers and their teams in the other sites on all Accounts Payable related issues and Continuous Improvements with regular team meetings.Liaise with the Financial Controllers in each site on any Processes that are being utilised in other areas outside of the Accounts Payable function that might be of benefit in their business.Liaise with all Ornua’s commercial business units (including Ornua Co-op) to ensure the respective Accounts Payable Teams are providing the appropriate level of service to the respective commercial business unit (including resolution of queries and completion of month-end)Report to senior management on outstanding issues, whilst highlighting potential problems both in Dublin and at a Group Level.Preparation of monthly and other ad hoc reports and presentations as required.Management of the Co-op Internal/External AuditsOther ad hoc duties within the Group Finance Function.KEY COMPETENCIES:Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar leadership roleStrong knowledge of accounts payable practicesAccounts Payable backgroundExcellent communication and interpersonal skills requiredWell-developed influencing and supervision skillsAbility and drive to implement process improvementsExcellent IT skills with a high proficiency in Excel #J-18808-Ljbffr