Job Description/ResponsibilitiesThe Global Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for managing Accounts Payable (AP), Vendor Setup, Concur and P-Card functions for Sazerac globally. The team consists of ~50 employees located in the US, India and Mexico. The role sets the strategic direction for the global AP function while ensuring operational excellence in day-to-day execution. The manager oversees policy, process, performance analytics, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. This position is responsible for driving standardization, automation and best-in-class procure-to-pay (P2P) processes for Sazerac.
Priorities- Lead all aspects of global invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor master data governance • Lead special projects and global transformation initiatives as needed • Oversee timely and accurate processing of PO and non-PO invoices • Manage global payment methods (ACH, wire, check, virtual card, international payments) and optimize payment timing to maximize working capital • Manage month-end close activities related to AP, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
- Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Treasury, Accounting, Tax, and IT to streamline P2P processes • Lead vendor relationship management strategy, dispute resolution, and continuous service improvement • Identify and mitigate fraud, duplicate payments, and compliance risks
- Support external and internal audits related to Accounts Payable • Ensure compliance with company policies, SOX/internal controls, tax regulations, and audit requirements • Drive automation initiatives including ERP enhancements, workflow tools, OCR solutions, and electronic invoicing • Develop and monitor KPIs (cycle time, cost per invoice, first-pass yield, discount capture rate, vendor satisfaction, aging metrics)
Qualifications/RequirementsMUST- Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Strong analytical and technical skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
- Ability to quickly learn new systems/processes
- Demonstrate the ability to work as a team as well as self-directed
- Record of successful leadership
- Advanced knowledge of ms office products (word, excel and outlook)
- Ability to drive results in a complex, high-growth company
- Ability to solve complex problems
- Exceptional organization, prioritization, & project management skills
- Exceptional project management skills and experience with the ability to manage multiple projects, initiatives and deadlines concurrently.
- Prior experience leading and motivating a team of people
- Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
- Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize
ExperienceMUST- 7 years relevant experience (minimum)
PREFERRED- 5 years relevant experience including key roles in finance organization of large cpg company
- Experience of managing a 3rd party agency, working with influencers as well as leading and coaching people
- Experience in alcohol beverage industry or cpg overall
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