Global Process Owner Accounts Payable (Invoice to Pay) SSC

The SSC AP (Invoice to Pay) Global Process Owner will be responsible for mapping, standardizing, and leading the global accounts payable (AP) processes worldwide. This role aims to ensure consistent, timely, and accurate invoice processing, while improving cash flow and adhering to ADAMA’s global policies and procedures.

The primary goal is to streamline global AP operations, optimize cash flow, and ensure the smooth execution of vendor payments, contributing to the financial efficiency and success of ADAMA. This role reports to the Global Head of Shared Services

Main Responsibilities

• Best Practice Implementation: Develop and implement best-practice AP procedures to optimize invoice processing. Create comprehensive process maps for the AP lifecycle.
• Systems & Policy Management: Establish and enforce systems, procedures, and policies that align with ADAMA’s guidelines to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Payment Process Optimization: Optimize and standardize AP policies, procedures, and controls, including payment requirements, invoice matching, and approval workflows.
• Vendor Payment Management: Oversee the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, ensuring all payments are made within agreed terms and conditions. Monitor the AP function to maintain strict adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
• Liquidity & Treasury Collaboration: Partner with the treasury department to determine the payment schedule, aligning payment dates with broader operational needs while ensuring adequate liquidity across ADAMA. Work to balance vendor obligations with company cash flow.
• Team Development: Collaborate with regional and global SSC leads, along with the transition manager, to recruit and onboard AP teams in each SSC location.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure consistency in the documentation of AP policies, processes, and procedures across all SSC locations. Collaborate with regional leads and the transition manager to maintain uniformity and adherence to global standards.
  
  

• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in managing accounts payables, preferably within a global company.
• People Management: At least 2 years of experience managing and leading teams.
• Process Improvement: Knowledge of quality standard methodologies such as LEAN or Six Sigma, with the ability to drive continuous improvements in the AP function.
• Service Level Management: Proven ability to meet strict service level standards and KPIs.
• AP Systems Proficiency: Experience with AP systems, such as SAP or other global financial systems.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, particularly in resolving AP-related issues efficiently.
  
  

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other relevant professional certifications are preferred.