KERING Senior Accountant P2P

The Senior Accountant – P2P will lead in performing transactions of a more complex nature, as well as overseeing the responsibilities of assistant and accountant within Invoice Processing. This includes supporting the management/drive of key performance indicators (KPIs), as defined in the Service Level Agreement (SLA).

How will you contribute:

Transaction Processing 

• Monitor team processes including: 

• Invoice processing (back-up to the Invoice processing team) 

• Escalation process of exceptional handling 

• Period/quarter/year end processing 

• Perform more complex process activities 
• Assist in troubleshooting, decision making and the identification and communication of potential issues/risks  
• Monitor, manage and improve service levels 
• Attend Service Review Meeting as required, and support required action plans 

Process Excellence 

• Perform new process implementations 
• Maintenance of Accounts Payable general policies & procedures  
• Assist in monitoring performance measures/key performance indicators (KPIs) 
• Participate in continuous improvement in process efficiency and effectiveness 
• Ensure internal controls programs are adhered to 
• Comply with accounting principles, SSC standards and SLAs 

Stakeholder Relationship Management 

• Address customer issues and requests 
• Establish and maintain strong working relationship within team 

People Management 

• Create a positive work environment that fosters team performance  
• Organise and conduct regular meetings and communications with team members 
• Coach team members to improve skills and knowledge required to perform his/her job effectively  
• Conduct team members’ performance evaluation and review 
• Train new team members and share knowledge and job experience 
• Set Performance Objectives with direct reports 
• Counsel team members on performance improvement and career development 
• Resolve management team conflict with sensitivity, tact and fairness 
• Ensure balanced workload for team members 

Workload and Resource Management 

• Assist in monitoring resource utilisation and managing resource allocation 
• Allocate resources efficiently to ensure smooth invoice processing activities for all markets. 

Financial Management, Budgeting and Reporting 

• Assist Accounts Payable Manager in compiling inputs to key business and financial management processes and measures 

Who you are:

• Degree in relevant field (Commerce, Finance, Accounting) 
• At least 4+ years prior related job experience required (preferably experience with leading a team and/or project) 
• Good understanding and knowledge of SAP is required 
• Industry or shared services experience a plus
• Knowledge of general accounting concepts, rules and requirements. Sufficient level of knowledge to perform complex accounting activities as appropriate. 
• Knowledge of expenditure cycle and rules (e.g. purchase orders, invoices, credit/debit notes, payment terms etc.) 
• Knowledge of the inter-company recharge principles and rules 
• Good general cross-functional knowledge
• Advanced knowledge and use of office productivity tools  
• Experience in SAP FI/CO module is an added advantage 
• Good planning, organization skills and leadership experience 
• Ability to counsel and coach is an added advantage 

Why work with us?

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enrich the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a dynamic team in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering, and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.