Sr. Manager, Global AP Operations

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom NBCUniversal Full time
Job Description

Position

The Global Accounts Payable Senior Manager – Operations will be a fast, clear and independent thinker who is naturally curious about end-to-end processes, is metrics and number savvy with an analytical mindset, has proven change management experience and has the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-centric and ever-changing environment.

The candidate will work closely with the AP Business Partnership team and the business process outsourcer (BPO). The candidate will be part of the larger Global Finance Operations (GFO) team. The GFO team focus is on globalizing, standardizing and centralizing processes and procedures. This role will support all aspects of the Accounts Payable process.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery

Maintain working knowledge of the industry in addition to the NBCU AP control framework and processes. Understand and support all aspects of the Accounts Payable function including vendor relations, vendor master data maintenance, invoice processing, disbursements, vendor reconciliations, aged AP items and Help Desk. Oversee the BPO provider in monitoring service delivery via process metrics and KPIs. Resolve or advance issues that come through the Accounts Payable Helpdesk. Work with vendors, finance teams, and internal customers to resolve escalated Accounts Payable issues. Key focal point to train internal and BPO team members. Partner with IT on processes, issue-resolution, and escalations for technology issues. Key point of contact for major stakeholders including Treasury, IT and Senior Leadership.

Continuous Improvements

Develop documentation on projects. Leads operational improvement initiatives and provides recommendations to the Global P2P Global Process Owner (GPO) on process improvement and technology opportunities and operationalize on standardization initiatives. Provide input to the Transformation Roadmap by partnering with the Global AP GPO. The roadmap is a multi-year plan that includes ongoing process standardization, globalization and automation opportunities which drive year over year efficiency improvements.

Standards and Controls

Lead the preparation and review to update desktop procedures on new and existing processes ensuring the NBCU AP Controls are operationalized. Integrate controls into process documentation and training material. Perform the annual review of defined desktop procedures. Ensure compliance to existing policies and procedures, and adherence to regulatory and audit requirements.

Support internal and external audit requests and follow-up

Qualifications

Candidate

7+ years’ experience in P2P environment Exhibit a high degree of customer service Working knowledge of financial controls, with varied experience in P2P areas Experience in the entertainment industry preferred

Education or Certification

BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required CPA or MBA desirable Lean Six Sigma certification ( green belt, black belt, master black belt or other) desirable SAP experience preferred (invoices, payments, vendor data, reporting)

Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of accounting controls, with experience in vendor master, invoice processing, payment & disbursement, tax reporting, regulatory, treasury, and compliance. Strong self-starter, able to consistently deliver without requiring significant oversight and direction. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with all levels of management and customers. Advanced Customer Service Skills. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, and a clear understanding of how assigned responsibilities impact other processes and the work of other people. Demonstrated ability to lead teams. Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset. Previous experience working with across cultures and with remote teams. Ability to perform root cause analysis and recommend permanent solutions to prevent repeat issues.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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