EMEA Accounts Payable Team Leader

Bloomberg delivers critical information in a world where information matters. We give influential decision-makers in business, finance and government a competitive edge by connecting them to a dynamic network of news, people and ideas. To do that, we need a constant flow of ideas, energy, innovation, which is where you come in. At Bloomberg, you will have the opportunity to go above and beyond and to take risks. Be a part of an organization that is entering new markets, launching new ventures and pushing boundaries. Our ever-expanding array of technology, data, news and media services fosters innovation and empowers clients - and offers nearly limitless opportunities for career growth.

Our Team:

The Accounts Payable is a part of the Bloomberg Source-to-Pay department. New York, London Sao Paulo and Hong Kong and provides with end-to-end process for all supplier onboarding, supplier payments, and cash disbursements. In addition, we have data governance responsibilities over SAP customer and vendor master domains.

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Team Leader for our EMEA region working from our London office that will strategically lead all operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance through research, development and administration of Account Payables policies and operating procedures. You will be frequently involved in matters that require complex judgement and solutions based on analytical thought.

You must portray leadership skills, strong work ethics and motivate others through your vision, energy and self-confidence. You don’t settle for the status quo – continuously challenging yourself and others. You should possess a strong intellect that is combined with a practical and realistic common sense understanding of how to get things done.

You will lead a team that is committed to delivering payments to all suppliers in a timely manner. They are focused on meeting compliance rules, protecting Bloomberg and its suppliers from fraud as well as delivering first-class customer service.

Process & Systems

You must effectively use the current technology and execute operational control within your daily activities, always thinking on how to mitigate any potential risk. Effectively manage people ensuring departmental targeted SLAs are met. Be knowledgeable of all AP processes and technologies to better partner with our different stakeholders.

We trust you to:

• Manage, mentor and evaluate performance of the Accounts Payable team while supporting their ongoing development and training.
• Collaborate and establish relationships with internal and external business partners
• Ensure compliance, best practice and proper controls, in addition to review, test and self-assess these controls.
• Ensure metrics targets and high accuracy rate are met
• Define regional goals and strategy, prioritize work, handle escalations, serving as Regional Product Owner (Scrum)
• Provide operational solutions, promoting team customer service and supplier satisfaction
• Create a strategic roadmap for the year in alignment with the Source-to-Pay vision and mission
• Provide escalation point for supplier issues, communicate in a professional manner and constantly strive for providing excellent customer service
• Work with international contacts ensure consistency in policy and procedures are met
• Recommend system and process improvements, conduct assessments, prepare and present business cases
• Lead regional and global projects, influencing peers, partners and workstreams
• Exercise sound judgment in decision-making and problem-solving, considering all relevant factors