AP/AR Manager

About the Role
ALK is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR) Team Manager to lead daily accounting operations for all European entities within the ALK Group. This is a leadership position for a finance professional who combines technical accounting expertise with a collaborative and service-oriented management style.

You will oversee a team of approximately six employees, responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor master data, and month-end closing activities. This is an excellent opportunity to make a measurable impact within an international, growth-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership:

• Manage, coach, and develop the AP/AR team to ensure high performance and strong engagement
• Lead work allocation and conduct performance appraisals
• Foster a culture of learning through ongoing training and development

Operational Oversight:

• Ensure timely and accurate handling of AP/AR transactions and vendor master data
• Maintain full compliance with SLAs and internal controls
• Develop, document, and implement best practices across AP/AR functions
• Set and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs
• Contribute to continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and process optimizations
• Support system and process change projects across the AP/AR/VMD landscape

Collaboration and Communication:

• Partner with key internal stakeholders including Corporate Finance, Finance Business Partners, and local accounting teams
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as vendors, customers, auditors, and financial institutions
• Participate in daily operations to maintain continuity and promote team alignment

Qualifications and Skills
Education:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in accounting
• Previous leadership experience managing a finance team
• Strong working knowledge of SAP (AP, AR, VMD/CMD modules) and invoice processing tools like XFlow
• Experience with CI (Continuous Improvement) initiatives is a plus

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong team-building and analytical thinking skills
• Confident decision-maker with excellent communication abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Solid understanding of accounting and VAT regulations
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written
• Displays cultural awareness, integrity, adaptability, and professionalism in leadership

Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a strategic role in a dynamic finance team within an international organization. At ALK, we offer a collaborative culture, room for professional growth, and the ability to make a tangible difference.

If you're a driven finance professional with a passion for leadership and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.