Sr. Manager Accounts Payable

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Financial Controlling Teams coordinate, administer, and control financial operations. They review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary reports, direct all aspects of accounting operations and the preparation of annual financial forecasts. They also oversee the development of financial accounting systems required to maintain reporting requirements.

What your background should look like:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES& TASKS

• Lead, mentor and develop the S2P Lead Associate and Associates.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, feedback sessions and coaching.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of work produced.
• Monitor the invoice-to-pay cycle to guarantee timely payment processing.
• Coordinate with local Finance Controllers/Directors to identify and address any unresolved issues in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain operational metrics: scorecards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to manage the performance of the department, including service level agreements (SLAs).
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the S2P function, ensuring that improvements are incorporated in the work routine. Build a strong collaborative relationship with Global Process Owners.
• Development and Career Guidance for direct and indirect reports.
• Support the S2P Global Process Owner in standardizing and optimizing the processes across all supported entities.
• Ensure adherence to tax, regulatory, internal controls and TE Policies.
• Act as the liaison between Business Units and the FSC and incorporate their feedback to tailor the services while maintaining standardization.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Maintain open channels for communication, feedback and recognition.
• Identify value added activities and joint projects with the stakeholders.
• Drive process automation and use of digital tools to enhance efficiency.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• In-depth understanding of end-to-end Source to Pay processes and associated technology platforms.
• Conflict resolution and team motivation.
• Strong communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders and partners and external suppliers.
• Ability to influence and negotiate at various organizational levels.
• Strong analytical skills and an ability to identify and resolve problems.
• Comfort with ambiguity and managing change in dynamic environments.
• Understanding the Service Center model as value-added partner, not just a transactional function.
• Leading organizational transformation initiatives.
• Proficiency in English and applicable local language(s).
• Building Effective Teams.
• Supporting performance transparency: managing and measuring work.
• Embedding risk mitigation, audit readiness and internal controls into daily operations.

 

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prior experience in managing the S2P function in a Shared Services environment
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in a Financial Shared Service center supporting multiple countries / Business Units, preferably Diversified Industrial Products/Manufacturing industry experience.
• At least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role, preferably within a shared services or global business services environment.
• Proven track record in delivering on KPIs, SLAs and customer satisfaction.
• Strong accounting background
• Strong SAP knowledge
• Ability to work in culturally diverse teams with many levels of personnel. Education
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in one of the following: Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Procurement or a related field.

Competencies