Our client is seeking a highly skilled strategic and roll up your sleeves Director of AP Systems and Processes to lead and optimize their high-volume, shared service AP function. This role is pivotal in driving efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and system uptime within their rapidly growing organization, supporting a client base 500+ restaurants. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with a proven track record in designing, architecting, and implementing complex AP systems and processes, as well as a strategic ability to troubleshoot and resolve AP system issues.

• Strategic Vision: Develop and execute a long-term strategy for the AP function, aligning with overall business objectives.
• System Architecture: Design, implement, and optimize AP systems and processes to support efficient and accurate invoice processing for a high-volume environment.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop a high-performing AP team, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Data Management: Oversee data flow, accuracy, and integrity within the AP function.
• Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure team and process effectiveness.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve system and process issues, implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, both on and off shore, to ensure alignment and support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in AP leadership, with a strong focus on system implementation and process improvement.
• Proven experience in a large AP environment or shared service organization, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex systems.
• Proven ability to develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for complex AP processes.
• Deep understanding of AP processes, including invoice processing, payment cycles, and reconciliation.
• Expertise in AP automation software, such as invoice fetching software (e.g., Get My Invoices, Invoice Hub), PDF form mapping, and ERPs (ideally R365).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage and develop a remote team, preferably in a different time zone.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in the food service industry.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.