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Join us, at Wolters Kluwer, and be part of a dynamic global technology company that makes a difference every day. We’re innovators with impact. We provide expert software & information solutions that the world’s leading professionals rely on, in the moments that matter most.

You’ll be supported by collaborative colleagues who share a purpose. We are 21,000 people unique in our dreams, life stories, abilities, and passions who come together every day with one ambition: to make a difference.​ We do our best work together, connecting to create new innovations with impact.

About the role

As an Accounts Payable Team Lead, you’ll take ownership of a key function within our finance operations. You’ll lead a team responsible for managing end-to-end AP processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. With responsibility for team coordination, mentoring, and process optimization, you’ll play a vital role in reducing financial risk and driving operational excellence. Your expertise will guide daily operations and contribute to broader financial strategies across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the most complex and high-risk accounts payable portfolios.
• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on AP strategies.
• Design advanced payment processing models and methodologies.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimize cash flow.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to all levels of accounts payable associates.
• Constant monitorization of performance of the team.
• First level of contact and support of the team of account payable associates.
• Ensure full compliance with all regulatory and internal policies.
• Represent the organization in high-level negotiations and discussions.
• Continuously drive process improvements and innovation in payment management.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports and strategic insights to senior management.

Skills:

• Expert Analysis: Highly skilled in conducting complex financial analyses related to AP.
• Strategic Leadership: Ability to provide strategic guidance and lead high-impact initiatives.
• Negotiation Skills: Expertise in high-level negotiations and conflict resolution.
• Innovation: Ability to drive innovative solutions and process improvements.
• Mentorship: Skills in training and mentoring associates at all levels.
• Regulatory Expertise: Extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance.
• High-Impact Reporting: Proficiency in preparing and presenting detailed strategic reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, or similar financial roles.
• Proven experience as a team lead.
• Proven experience in managing complex and high-risk AP portfolios.
• Proficiency in SAP is a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Strong understanding of advanced payment processing techniques and methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented approach.
• Ability to handle high-level negotiations and discussions professionally.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient in English.

Our Offer

• Room for personal development through external, internal training tools and learning and development program #GROW. Be your unique self, share your creative ideas, do your best work, and take time to grow in our caring and inclusive culture where you can belong.
• Annual incentive plan based on division financial performance and your seniority.
• Referral bonus, meal vouchers, monthly allowance, gift vouchers twice a year.
• Corporate Health Insurance.
• Mindfulness and Wellbeing programs (Wellbeats, MyQuillibrium, Compsych, Mind & Body webinars).
• Up to 28 days of annual leave based on seniority.
• We have a strong Work from Home culture and take into consideration punctual needs and more.
• Flexible working schedule. You’ll find the flexibility for balance in your life.
• Being part of Wolters Kluwer you will contribute to the development of our own products and software solutions. Together with our customers, we help to advance sustainability, health, justice, prosperity, and commerce around the world.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.