Plona Partners · 23 hours ago
Global Manager Accounts Payable, AmLaw200
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$125K/yr - $165K/yr
10+ years expPlona Partners is seeking a Senior Manager for their Global Accounts Payable team. The role involves developing and executing an AP transformation roadmap, leading technology implementations, and ensuring compliance while managing a team of AP professionals.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive AP transformation roadmap, including process standardization, automation, and centralization of operations
Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of AP technologies, such as automation tools (e.g., AI-driven invoice processing, OCR, robotic process automation), ERP integrations, and electronic payment systems
Identify opportunities for process improvements, eliminating manual tasks, reducing errors, and optimizing workflows to achieve faster invoice processing and payment cycles
Oversee change management efforts, including stakeholder engagement, training programs, and communication strategies to ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the AP function, such as days payable outstanding (DPO), invoice processing time, error rates, and cost per invoice; drive continuous improvement based on data insights
Collaborate with procurement, treasury, IT, and vendor management teams to align AP transformation with broader finance and supply chain objectives
Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements (e.g., Uniform Guidance where applicable), and best practices in fraud prevention and risk management
Manage vendor relationships during transitions, including onboarding to electronic invoicing and payment portals
Lead a team of AP professionals (directly or indirectly), fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and professional development; and
Prepare and present progress reports, business cases, and transformation outcomes to executive leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
10+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable, finance operations, or shared services, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Experience in global or multi-entity environments, including centralization of AP functions
Familiarity with regulatory compliance in finance (e.g., SOX, federal guidelines)
Strong analytical mindset with proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday)
Proven track record of successfully leading AP transformation projects, including system implementations, process reengineering, and automation initiatives in large or complex organizations
Strong knowledge of AP best practices, emerging technologies (e.g., AI, machine learning in finance), and tools like Concur, Coupa
Preferred
Master's degree (e.g., MBA) or relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CAPA)
Company
Plona Partners
Plona Partners is a boutique legal recruiting firm privileged to be positioned with one of the most high-quality, diverse, and specialized talent networks in the world of law.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase