Director, Accounts Payable

A Day in Life:

This role is responsible for leading the Accounts Payable processes Globally. This will involve directing the day-to-day Accounts Payable shared services operations and outsourced teams, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of services with accurate and timely performance measurement and compliance support.

We expect the salary to start at $130k. The actual salary will be determined based on years of relevant work experience.

What You'll Do:

• Direct the day-to-day shared services Accounts Payable process Globally

• Ensure efficient and effective delivery of services

• Serve as the senior escalation point to resolve Accounts Payable service delivery issues

• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities to eliminate exceptions and deliver to committed service levels

• Coach direct reports and 3rd party service providers to address more complex issues/exceptions

• Manage the delivery of service and automation efficiencies from outsourced partners in line with agreed Service Level Agreements

• Ensure processes are in place which cater to current state initiatives or requirements.

• Partner with finance leadership to ensure excellent communication and feedback mechanisms exist for customers

• Define and sustain Service Level agreements

• Build relationships with key stakeholders to ensure Accounts Payable services are aligned with business objectives

• Direct Accounts Payable activities to ensure they align with legal, country and business unit requirements.

• Promote an understanding of approved process standards

• Document and drive standardization of Accounts Payable processes

• Sustain a close relationship with Strategic Sourcing to deliver process excellence across the Accounts Payable operations

• Partner with Technology & Procurement in the execution of applicable Accounts Payable system and process harmonization

• Ensure integrity of internal controls

• Support statutory compliance including preparation for internal and external audits

• Provide oversight and support for responses to and remediation of audit findings, as required

• Provide oversight and drive timely remediation of any identified unintended issues attributable to current system design, settings or processes.

• Manage Accounts Payable team to ensure that the team has the required resources and competencies to deliver the current and future Accounts Payable requirements

• Ensure team receives the appropriate training and development to deliver effectively in their roles

• Ensure development of appropriate competencies and resource availability to meet the changing shared service operation needs

• What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or similar field preferred

• CPA or CPA Candidate preferred

• 5+ years' experience in Shared Services processes

• 2+ years of management experience in Shared Services processes

• Payables experience preferred

• Proven ability to build relationships and networks with multiple functions and at the leadership levels

• Extensive knowledge of PO and invoice processing in a high-volume environment

• Experience with Oracle iProcurement & Oracle AP highly desirable

• Large Scale Project implementation experience

• Proven ability to successfully develop and lead teams

• Comprehensive understanding of PO & AP processes and Accounts Payable technologies

• Strong Collaborative Skills, Positive Attitude, High Energy

• Strong leadership & analytical capabilities

• What You'll Get:

• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental

• Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options

• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching

• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family

• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts

• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness

• Perks & Discounts -Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.

US EEO STATEMENT

At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture - and our success and reputation as a company.

Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.

EOE, including disability/veteran