Accounts Payable Manager

For our client, an international organization in Heverlee , we are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP team. In this key role, you will ensure the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments, maintain compliance with accounting and tax regulations and drive continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team.
• Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Coordinate invoice processing, payment runs, and AP-related financial controls.
• Manage monthly closing activities, reconciliations, accruals, and follow-up of outstanding items.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, tax, and internal accounting policies.
• Act as the main point of contact for AP-related matters across multiple stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements, standardization initiatives, and automation opportunities.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent through experience.
• Several years of experience in Accounts Payable within a multinational or complex organization.
• Strong SAP knowledge; experience with SAP S/4HANA is a plus.
• Solid understanding of VAT and accounting regulations.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams.
• Analytical, structured, and detail-oriented.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Interest in process optimization, automation, and digital finance solutions.