How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
The AP Team Lead reports directly to the AP Supervisor. The primary function of the position is to ensure the accurate and timely payment of suppliers and processing of invoices and manage the team.Job Responsibilities
Proactively communicates and interacts with other departments to resolve issues impacting the AP function.
Processes Rush invoices as needed
Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.
Train new team members on accounts payable processes and systems.
Oversee the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expense reports, and payment transactions.
Performs vendor statement credit review to ensure timely collection of outstanding credits
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to accounts payable.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
Ensures vendor discounts are taken when appropriate
Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and procedures.
Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Researches and drives resolution of invoices on hold. Follow up with Air Liquide vendors and requestors as needed.
Assists with audits as required
Ensure all withholding taxes are applied properly.
Ensures disbursements are accurate, timely, and consistent with Company policies
Assists on closing AP module
Assists with the research and resolution of invoices on hold
Researches and drives implementation of best practices and the use of new technologies in AP
Promotes efficiency and creates a positive work environment
Ensures seamless cooperation among team members on cross-functional initiatives with Human Resources, Accounting and IT departments
Ensures management of P-Card and Travel & Expenses programs are consistent with Company policies
Ensures an efficient communication between the different teams, and objectives and priorities set with clients are met
Ensures compliance with Service Level Agreement(s) set with internal customers
Establishes key performance indicator analysis, suggesting and following up on relevant action plans and explains major variations versus prior periods
Provides the relevant period analysis over the accounts under his /her control
Assists with the research and resolution of invoices on hold
Executes Air Liquide Working Capital and Accounts Payable Initiatives
Ensures timely monthly review of vendor statements to collect outstanding vendor credits
Organizes training and development to address competency gaps for current and potential roles within the AP team
Promotes modeling of core behaviors by setting an example
Develop and maintain AP policies and procedures.
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Are you a MATCH?
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's in Accounting of Finance degree required
Experience/Certifications
5 years experience in Accounts Payable desirable
Knowledge of international Accounting Standards desirable
Knowledge of Oracle and invoice processing tools desirable
Leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Language Requirements
English: Advanced proficiency required [B2/C1]
Spanish mandatory
Portuguese: Advanced
Our Differences make our Performance
At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
