Team Lead AP – US

Job Title:Team Lead AP – USSummary:Responsible for managing and developing a team of dynamic professionals to deliver timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices within PO/contract terms and other reporting activities (ad hoc & monthly) and reports to AP&TE Global Leader in Shanghai.Responsibilities Include:

• Analyse and allocate Invoices to team and self on a daily basis
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of invoices and other invoice processing related functions meeting AP’s agreement to the business
• Accurately handle incoming invoices (e-mail, fax) from vendors according to the departmental standards
• Serve as an open text Administrator, handling document scanning, batch creation, invoice workflow management and troubleshooting, system testing and changes, as needed.
• Research invoice exceptions, reconcile and resolve invoice blocks, identify and clearly communicate actions required to be performed by business personnel to drive resolution of the document
• Review incoming invoices for compliancy
• Ascertain that invoice approvals are in accordance with the company's Delegation of Authority
• Analyse parked items with business and effectively work in closing the same and making the invoices available to pay
• Analyse Monthly open balance report
• Assist with GRIR reporting responsibilities
• Reconcile GRIR imbalances resulting in blocked invoices
• Prepare KPI reports in monthly basis, review and improve KPIs
• Participate Ariba project, lead AP related process review and update for Ariba, monitor Ariba issues timely.
• Support vendor on Ariba AP process training, assist vendor’s Ariba invoicing issues on a timely manner. Support Procurement team to identify any potential carbon copy vendor.
• Maintain professional and effective communication with vendors and internal customers in a timely manner
• Act as the focal point for vendor inquiries on account status, effectively communicating to the vendor the payables process and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner to avoid disruption in service and to build a mutually beneficial relationship
• Resolution of supplier’s queries and major discrepancies via e-mail, fax and phone calls
• Focal point for requests from vendors regarding payments.
• Instruct Vendor Master Data team of relevant changes to Vendor’s master data profile ensure payments are made timely and accurately
• Training other team members on the daily tasks, best practices and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when necessary or requested by management team
• Actively pursue continuous improvement opportunities resulting in improved processing time and/or data management.
• Responsible for various reporting metrics & analytical activity (Eg. Processed by agent report, Workflow report, SLA metrics report, Invoice paid on time, Discount capture report etc
• Responsible for functional mailbox as and when allocated
• Overview assigned mailbox for Urgent queries, reminders and ad hoc requests

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

• B.com with 10+ years of experience in Accounts Payable Function with a thorough working knowledge in MS-Office, particularly Excel
• Good written and spoken English skills are required
• Better to have a thorough understanding of accounting principles.
• Understanding of various tax provisions as required for invoice accounting
• SAP hands-on experience

What We Offer:

At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact.Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.#BePartoftheSolution

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law. 

To be considered for this position candidates are required tosubmit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.  

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