Manager Shared Services - Finance

About the position

Job Description:

Accounts Payable Operations

• Supervise end-to-end AP cycle, including invoice verification, GRN/PO matching, and payment processing.
• Ensure timely and accurate disbursements aligned with payment terms and tax regulations (WHT, GST, etc.).
• Lead vendor account reconciliations, manage payment holds, and resolve disputes in coordination with procurement.
• Monitor AP ageing reports and ensure adequate accruals and reporting are in place during the period close.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Monitor daily cash balances and prepare weekly/monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Coordinate FX transactions, fund transfers, and banking documentation with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain effective control over bank reconciliations and treasury reporting.

Team Management & Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of AP and Treasury professionals, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Assign responsibilities, review team outputs, and coach team members to meet performance and service standards.
• Set clear KPIs for shared services and support a culture of accuracy, timeliness, and customer service.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Procurement, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams for issue resolution and process alignment.
• Act as a point of contact with internal auditors, external auditors, and compliance teams during audits and reviews.
• Maintain strong working relationships with banking partners and financial institutions.

Process Improvement & Controls

• Identify gaps and inefficiencies within the AP and treasury processes and recommend automation or workflow changes.
• Ensure strong internal controls, policy adherence, and audit readiness across all shared services processes.
• Support finance transformation initiatives, including ERP enhancements and digitisation of payment processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

• ACCA / CMA / MBA (Finance)
• 6-9 years of experience in finance operations, with at least 23 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and Treasury within a shared services or large organisation
• Proficient in ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Excel.

Qualifications & Experience:

• ACCA / CMA / MBA (Finance)
• 6-9 years of experience in finance operations, with at least 23 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and Treasury within a shared services or large organisation
• Proficient in ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Excel.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong operational grip with a solution-oriented mindset
• Effective communication and stakeholder management
• People management and team development
• Process discipline with attention to detail
• Familiarity with local tax and banking regulations

Preferred Industry Exposure:

• Pharmaceutical, FMCG, or Manufacturing industry
• Experience with DRAP regulations, SBP interactions, or institutional payment cycles is an advantage

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