Responsibilities:

• Enforce strict protocols for the creation, maintenance, and validation of all vendor master data.
• Meticulously verify crucial information such as banking details, tax IDs, and addresses to prevent fraud and ensure accurate payments.
• Lead data cleansing initiatives to remove duplicate or outdated records and ensure the vendor master data system is reliable and integrated with other financial systems.
• Develop and execute a strategic vision for the global AP function, aligning with the company's  goals.
• Standardize AP processes across all international locations to ensure consistency and compliance, respecting strict deadlines.
• Identify and follow opportunities for automation/process improvements to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee the entire payment cycle, guaranteeing the timely and accurate processing of invoices and the execution of payment runs.
• This includes the management and processing of payments for both vendors and payroll, ensuring all disbursements are made on schedule and in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Implement robust controls to mitigate payment fraud and ensure all transactions are executed securely.
• Lead payment reconciliation activities to ensure cash outflows are accurately reflected in the general ledger.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable.
• Experience in supervisory or management roles within complex international environments.
• Solid expertise in managing high-volume AP processes.
• Knowledge of basic treasury practices and procurement processes.
• Understanding of international VAT fundamentals and SOX compliance processes applied to AP.
• Familiarity with the use of various ERP systems (preferred) and productivity tools.
• High resilience and ability to manage stress effectively.
• Strong diplomacy, emotional intelligence, and ability to provide constructive pushback.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage across diverse cultures.
• Problem-solving oriented mindset.
• Fluent in English.

Location: Milan (MI)