For our Client, a fast‑growing European brand, we are building a new Finance Operations Shared Service Center in Poznań. As part of this growth, we are looking for experienced P2P Process Managers to help shape and lead the newly created Procure‑to‑Pay function.
The Finance Operations SSC will support multiple European markets, providing end‑to‑end transactional finance services and driving standardization, efficiency, and process excellence across the group. This is a unique opportunity to join at an early stage, contribute to building best‑in‑class P2P processes, and directly influence how the organization operates in the future.
The P2P Process Manager leads and develops Procure-to-Pay (P2P) accounting teams through PTP Team Leaders (direct reports). The role ensures efficient, compliant, and high‑quality delivery of end‑to‑end P2P processes, including Accounts Payable and GR/IR. It is responsible for operational performance, financial control, process improvement, and strong cooperation with key stakeholders.
Leadership & People Management
- Lead and develop multiple P2P accounting teams through PTP Team Leaders (direct reports).
- Support Team Leaders in daily operations and people development.
- Manage escalations, risks, and complex issues within P2P scope.
- Build a high-performing, collaborative, and development‑oriented finance culture.
- Ensure proper onboarding, training, and knowledge sharing in the teams.
Operations & Process Management
- Own end‑to‑end P2P service delivery and performance for assigned teams.
- Oversee Accounts Payable, GR/IR, and related P2P activities to ensure accurate and timely processing and month‑end close.
- Prioritize work and allocate resources to ensure smooth operations and business continuity.
- Ensure high‑quality and timely financial closing in line with internal and external requirements.
- Monitor and improve P2P performance (e.g. invoice processing timeliness, GR/IR accuracy, reconciliations, control compliance, audit results, process efficiency, stakeholder satisfaction).
- Deliver high‑quality service to internal stakeholders, in line with agreed KPIs and service levels.
Reconciliations, Controls & Audits
- Oversee accuracy and completeness of P2P-related balance sheet items (reconciliations, accruals, provisions, etc.).
- Maintain and improve internal control frameworks within P2P.
- Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely follow‑up and implementation of recommendations.
Projects & Stakeholder Management
- Lead or support cross‑functional finance and transformation projects.
- Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and automation of P2P processes.
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders in finance, business, and shared services.
- Support finance leadership in execution of strategy and development of the accounting organization.
Requirements
Education
- University degree in finance or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Experience in a supervisory, team lead or coordination role (e.g. mentoring, coordinating work, supporting team activities).
Technical skills
- Strong knowledge of local accounting and corporate income tax regulations.
- Advanced MS Excel skills and strong overall computer literacy.
- Experience with financial/accounting systems (SAP is an advantage).
- Good understanding of internal controls; SOX experience is an advantage.
- Experience in process improvement or automation projects is an advantage.
- Very good command of English (min. B2/C1).
Soft skills
- Excellent communication skills in a business environment.
- Strong collaboration skills with stakeholders at different levels and functions.
- Strong planning and organizational skills; ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- High ownership and accountability for assigned processes and balances.
- Proactive, continuous‑improvement mindset.
Work model
- Hybrid work: home office + office location.