Associate Director Accounts Payable

Job Description

About your Tasks:

• Lead and further develop a large AP organization, fostering a structured and high-performing environment  
• Own end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and scalability  
• Drive operational excellence by improving processes, automation, and system usage (ERP & related tools)  
• Collaborate closely with multiple stakeholders across Finance, Procurement, and other departments  
• Lead change and transformation initiatives, bringing structural and continuous improvement into the function.

Qualifications

About you: 

• 6+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, including leadership responsibility in larger or complex setups  
• Strong people leader with the ability to structure teams, develop talent, and drive accountability  
• Hands-on mindset with a strong eye for detail and the ability to dive deep into operations  
• Experience with ERP systems and automation, combined with a process improvement mindset  
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to operate in a dynamic environment; German is a plus 

Additional Information

About your Benefits: 

To best support you with your individual needs-whether it's leading a healthy life, having enough time for yourself, or developing your skills—we offer a wide range of location-specific benefits:  

• Work from Home: If your job does not require you to be present in the office, we can arrange the place you work from individually - even for up to 20 days a year anywhere in the EU. 
• Redcare events: We promote teambuilding through creative team events, and celebrate our successes together at regularly scheduled parties. 
• Kindergarten Grant: We offer our employees who pay for childcare in kindergarten 100,00 € (total) per month. 
• Mental health: Get quick professional help from psychologists from nilo if you feel overwhelmed in your personal or professional life. Anonymously and free of charge. 
• Personal Development: We are all constantly learning. That's why we support and foster your career development through internal & external training and help you grow. 
• Mobility: Your commute matters to us. We provide our employees with a fully costed Deutschland Ticket which can be used at any time. 
• Sports & Health: Your well-being is our top priority. Therefore, we offer you a range of opportunities to improve your health. Profit from a membership (M) package at Urban Sports Club, providing a variety of sports offers tailored to your interests. 

Compensation Grade: Grade 17