Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable, International oversees AP operations across the International Division. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, managing vendor relationships, maintaining compliance with international financial regulations, and driving process improvements regarding the backlog of payables across the AP function working close with procurement.
Location:
London - UK - Fenchurch
What will your job entail?
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversight
- Oversee day-to-day AP operations, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing and payments.
- Act as the point of contact for AP-related queries internationally
- Raise issues delaying invoice processing on a timely basis to procurement to resolve issues promptly as a team.
- Clear AP backlog and ensure all future invoices are paid on time.
- Process Management
- Develop and implement AP processes and controls across international entities.
- Monitor and improve AP workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
- Maintain strong internal controls.
- Compliance & Controls
- Ensure compliance with local tax laws across various countries, VAT/GST regulations, and internal financial policies.
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and resolving queries.
- Vendor Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with international vendors and service providers.
- Resolve payment disputes and discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
- Systems & Reporting
- Oversee AP systems and tools, including ERP platforms (e.g., Workday).
- Prepare and present AP KPIs and prepare regular reports on AP performance and aging reports.
- Collaboration
- Partner with Procurement, Treasury, and Accounting teams to align AP processes with broader financial goals.
- Liaise with regional finance teams to ensure alignment on local requirements and practices.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Support finance transformation projects related to AP.
Candidate Requirements
Skills & Qualifications
- Demonstrable experience in accounts payable
- Proven experience in international AP operations and teams.
- Strong understanding of global financial regulations and tax compliance.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
Disclaimer
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
