EMEA AP Lead

FLIR; Fareham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology innovator is seeking an EMEA Accounts Payable Leader based in Fareham, England. The role involves overseeing financial operations across multiple entities in the EMEA region, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounts payable processes. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, experience in managing accounts payable, and proficiency in SAP and other ERP systems. Enjoy a collaborative work culture with competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills are required.
• Experience managing accounts payable processes is essential.
• Ability to travel occasionally within Europe is needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable processes for EMEA entities.
• Manage performance of the outsourced team in Bucharest.
• Drive process improvements and implement system enhancements.

Skills

Strong leadership and organizational skills

Experience managing accounts payable processes

Project management skills

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Education

Accounting qualification (CA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft tools

ERP systems; SAP

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Are you ready to lead a critical finance function across Europe for a global technology innovator? As the EMEA Accounts Payable Leader, you’ll ensure smooth, accurate, and efficient financial operations for multiple entities. Reporting to the Director of Global Accounts Payable and Travel, you’ll manage a mix of outsourced resources, driving process excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

• Oversee accounts payable processes for EMEA entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage performance of the outsourced team in Bucharest.
• Monitor KPIs and SLAs, leading monthly governance reviews with stakeholders.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with SOX requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors, providing timely reports and analysis.
• Drive process improvements and implement system enhancements in partnership with project teams.
• Ensure documentation and standard operating procedures are up to date.
• Act as escalation point for complex queries and ensure resolution.
• Support automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and service quality.

What you need

• Strong leadership and organizational skills – required
• Experience managing accounts payable processes – required
• Background in shared services or global business services – preferred
• Project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams – required
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools and ERP systems; SAP – required
• Accounting qualification (CA, ACCA, CIMA) – an advantage
• Ability to travel occasionally within Europe – required
• Excellent communication and influencing skills – required

What we offer

Join Teledyne FLIR, a global leader in thermal imaging and sensor technology, where innovation meets operational excellence. Enjoy a collaborative environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth. Flexible work arrangements and exposure to cutting‑edge technology projects await you.

What happens next

Apply today to start the conversation. We will review your application and reach out via email or phone to discuss next steps.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the EMEA region.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.