Accounts Payable Senior Manager

We are looking for a Senior Manager for our multinational partner to manage and inspire an AP team of 50–60 experts.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience managing a team of 30 or more within the Shared Service Center sector and is fluent in English.

• Lead a team of approximately 50–60 AP professionals, ensuring strong leadership and team engagement.
• Drive the transition of finance processes from various European entities to the Hungarian hub.
• Oversee system integration, ensuring the finance process model is successfully implemented in SAP ECC, migrating from existing country-specific ERP systems.
• Manage core finance operations within the Shared Center of Excellence: apply best practices, promote process harmonization and standardization, and lead continuous improvement initiatives, including technology-driven solutions in collaboration with solution architects.
• Shape the vision for future finance strategies and effectively communicate these to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members, fostering growth and motivation.
• Lead by example as a role model for the site, creating a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Build strong partnerships with business units and stakeholders to maintain professional and productive relationships.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in people management and at least 5 years in an SSC environment.
• Proven experience managing AP/ AR/GL teams of up to 30 FTEs.
• Transition experience is a strong advantage.
• Solid knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent qualification).
• Fluent English is required; conversational proficiency in Italian, Spanish, French, or German is a plus.
• Excellent team-building and motivational skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel when required.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to engage, negotiate, and influence key stakeholders and suppliers.

• Hybrid working
• Medicover package
• OTP Szép Card: Gross 42.000 HUF / month
• Annual bonus
• Home office allowance
• Pension: they have various financial models to give you individual support
• Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally