Manager, Finance (Fixed-term)
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Join Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. as a Manager Accounts Payable in Sofia!
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. From advancing life sciences research and solving complex analytical challenges to improving diagnostics and driving laboratory efficiency we empower our customers with innovative technologies and services.
Within Thermo Fisher our Global Business Services (GBS) Shared Services team is transforming how we work optimizing processes and driving productivity. With over 2300 colleagues across five global locations including our Sofia site we deliver scalable cost-effective solutions. Since its establishment in 2013 the Sofia Finance Shared Services center has been operating for over 10 years with a proven track of record of success and growth and is designed to serve our global customers across various financial functions including Procure to Pay Record to Report and Order to Cash.
KeyResponsibilities:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership to the global Accounts Payable teams including regional teams supervisors and senior specialists.
- Oversee end-to-end AP operations ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices payments and vendor queries across multiple legal entities and regions.
- Develop implement and monitor SLAs KPIs and performance dashboards to ensure operational excellence and accountability.
- Drive global process standardization automation (e.g. RPA AI-enabled OCR) and continuous improvement across invoice-to-pay processes.
- Collaborate with Procurement Finance Treasury and Compliance teams to optimize P2P performance working capital and risk management.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls (SOX) tax and regulatory requirements and corporate policies especially in highly regulated environments (e.g. clinical research).
- Manage internal and external audit requirements; support statutory group and management reporting as needed.
- Lead and develop a high-performing AP team; coach and mentor direct reports and identify future leadership talent.
- Lead or support global transformation projects ERP rollouts business transitions and M&A integrations.
- Represent the AP function in governance forums business reviews and stakeholder engagements at senior levels.
Basic Requirements:
- University degree in Finance Accounting Business or related discipline; professional certification (e.g. ACCA CPA CIMA) preferred.
- 810 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable or P2P with at least 3 years in a people management or leadership role.
- Strong understanding of global P2P operating models controls compliance frameworks (e.g. SOX GDPR) and tax implications (e.g. VAT WHT).
- Proven experience managing large distributed teams in a shared services or multinational environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead process optimization automation and change initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal stakeholder management and communication skills with experience engaging senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
- ERP proficiency (e.g. SAP Oracle Coupa Ariba) and familiarity with payment and invoice automation tools.
We are seeking a dedicated professional with a keen attention to detail and strong financial analysis skills. The ideal candidate will excel in vendor relationship management and place a high emphasis on continuous improvement. This role requires effective team leadership and collaboration along with adaptability to changing environments. We value ethical conduct and are looking for someone who embodies these principles in their work.
Why Thermo Fisher Scientific
We pride ourselves on our inclusive and collaborative culture where every voice is valued and ideas are encouraged. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential for fostering innovation and driving business success. As an equal opportunity employer we are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Apply today and be part of a company that is making a difference!
Join us in our mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Cognos
- Forecasting
- Hyperion
- Dealership Experience
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Budgeting
- Financial Management
- Financial Planning
About Company
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