Job Description:
Accounts Payable (AP) Project Lead
Role Overview:
We are seeking a results-driven Accounts Payable (AP) Project Lead to spearhead global AP initiatives, streamline processes, and create best-in-class documentation. This role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in AP operations, and managing collaboration with our outsourced partner. Based in Krakow, you will work closely with global teams and external vendors to implement process changes, support tool development, and prepare for future improvements.
Do you think you’re the right fit for this opportunity? Apply today!
Role Responsibilities:
As an Accounts Payable (AP) Project Lead you will be responsible for:
Project Leadership:
- Lead and manage AP improvement or standardization projects, including automation and process reengineering.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, Procurement, Finance, etc.) to implement new processes and tools.
- Monitor project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
- Identify risks, bottlenecks, and dependencies and recommend mitigation strategies.
Representation in Cross-Functional Projects:
- Represent the Accounts Payable function in broader company-wide or finance-related projects (e.g., ERP upgrades, procurement initiatives, compliance rollouts).
- Ensure AP requirements are accurately captured, communicated, and implemented in cross-departmental initiatives.
- Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for AP processes and compliance in stakeholder meetings and project discussions.
Vendor Collaboration
- Work closely with an outsourced AP partner to understand current processes and ensure alignment during tool and process changes.
- Address gaps in vendor performance and improve the collaboration.
Accounts Payable Operations Support:
- Provide support to the AP team in resolving complex invoice/payment issues.
- Help enforce policies and controls related to invoice processing, payment execution and vendor reconciliation activities.
Documentation Management:
- Develop, maintain, and update AP process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
- Ensure all documentation complies with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Facilitate onboarding and training sessions using standardized materials for new hires and cross-training.
Process Improvement:
- Analyze AP workflows and recommend efficiency improvements.
- Support the development and implementation of automation tools and dashboards for metrics tracking.
- Prepare process maps and documentation for AP processes.
Experience and Competencies:
We are looking for experienced candidates with strong Accounts Payable expertise, SAP knowledge, and proven skills in process mapping and stakeholder management.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
- Experience in process mapping and workflow management.
- Experience working with outsourced vendors and managing stakeholder relationships.
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal).
- Experience with SAP is required.
- Project management skills, Project Management certification is a plus (Six Sigma, Agile methodology, Scrum master, Adkar or others).
- Experience with Celonis or Service Now is a plus.
- Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with an analytical mindset.
- Excellent organizational and documentation abilities.
What next?
If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner, who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.
About Us:
At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization.
Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world.
We welcome the talent, experience and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman.
In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.
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