Accounts Payable Manager

Description

Summary: Seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a team, ensure accurate invoice processing, manage financial operations, and drive process improvements in a dynamic environment. Highlights: 1. Lead and manage a team of over 20 employees 2. Drive continuous improvement of tools, systems, and processes 3. Foster a diverse and inclusive culture **We’re looking for a people leader to join us as an Accounts Payable Manager!** **Location:** Porto – Hipercentro Areosa Business Park **Model:** Hybrid (3 days/week in the office) *Please submit your* ***CV in English – Please note: interviews will be set up very quickly for relevant candidates and after an initial screening call we will move quickly to interview*** **About DAUCH in Porto** Dauch brings together world\-class Driveline and Metal Forming businesses with a shared commitment to continuity, responsibility, and performance with staying power. www.dauch.com Founded in 2020, our **Global Business Services (GBS)** center supports global operations in Finance, Procurement, HR, and IT. With 300\+ employees from 23 countries, we foster a diverse and inclusive culture where you and your career can flourish. Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career and make a real impact in a dynamic, supportive environment? We’re looking for a dedicated **Accounts Payable Manager** to become a key part of our team. In this role, you’ll work closely with our Head of P2P and your team of 20 members to ensure invoices are processed accurately and on time, build strong relationships with our valued vendors, and help us keep our financial operations running smoothly. If you thrive in a fast‑paced setting and enjoy bringing structure and clarity to complex processes, you’ll feel right at home here. **What You’ll Be Doing:** * Lead and manage a team of over 20 employees, both directly and indirectly, ensuring high performance, engagement and continuous development. * Oversee day\-to\-day operations, proactively resolving issues and escalating when needed to maintain service quality and business continuity. * Ensure full compliance with Dauch policies, internal controls, and governance standards. * Drive strong alignment and collaboration between the Global Business Services AP team and local business units, fostering effective communication and partnership. * Monitor and actively manage backlog, ensuring timely resolution and continuous process efficiency. * Ensure payment runs are executed accurately and in line with predefined schedules and controls. * Maintain the accuracy and efficiency of cash flow forecasting, supporting business planning and decision\-making. * Oversee key control areas, including GRNI, debit balances, and supplier reconciliations, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards. * Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and ensuring compliance with audit requirements. * Ensure adequate support is in place to meet Month End Close deadlines, maintaining timeliness and accuracy of deliverables. * Guarantee the reliability and integrity of weekly and monthly reporting outputs. * Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of tools, systems, and processes to enhance operational efficiency. * Define and execute training and development plans for the team, ensuring continuous capability building. * Lead, coach, and develop team members through regular 1:1 meetings, feedback and performance management practices. **Who You Are:** You’re someone who brings both expertise and heart to your work. You have: * 5\+ years of Accounts Payable experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role * Highly organized, results\-oriented and reliable * A collaborative mindset and a passion for developing people * The ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations * Able to identify opportunities for improvement and championing continuous enhancement * Fluency in English * Experience working in a complex, fast‑moving environment Global Business Services or Shared Service Centre experience * **What we can offer you:** * Hybrid working model * Annual performance bonus * Private health insurance * Birthday off * 24 December off * Extra holidays: \+2 days after 1 year, \+1 day after 3 years (up to 25 total) * Career development support (LinkedIn Learning, Excel \& language courses) * Diverse, multicultural environment (23 nationalities, 12 languages) * Employee Assistance Programme * 1 paid volunteering day * Modern office with social, dining \& relaxation areas Discounts across retailers and services * **Our Porto team is a highly diverse group who value collaboration and problem\-solving. We offer opportunities for** **people with disability** **and welcome all notes of interest in how we might bring you into our GKN Automotive community. Our Porto facilities are already adapted and equipped with ramps and accessible pathways to accommodate individuals with reduced mobility, reflecting our dedication to providing an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their best. We know that disability goes beyond mobility limitations, and we remain committed to fostering inclusive practices across all dimensions. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know through our email** **accommodations@gknautomotive.com** **\#LI\-Hybrid**