Account Payable Senior Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Settimo Milanese; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Senior Specialist based in Settimo Milanese to manage end-to-end AP processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment execution.

You will work within an international environment, collaborating with senior stakeholders and the Group CFO. The role supports month-end close, VAT compliance, and cash-flow optimization in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable in structured or multinational organizations.
• Fluent English and strong communication with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full Accounts Payable cycle from invoice receipt to payment execution.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices in compliance with policies.
• Perform vendor account reconciliations and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Manage payment runs and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor AP aging and follow up on outstanding items.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals.
• Ensure VAT and local statutory compliance for AP activities.
• Assist with audit requests and provide documentation to auditors.
• Collaborate with treasury and accounting teams to optimize cash flow.
• Contribute to process improvement and finance transformation projects.
• Participate in ERP implementation, optimization, and automation initiatives.
• Maintain and improve internal controls within the AP process.

Skills

Accounts Payable

ERP systems

Excel

Stakeholder management

English

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

• Fluent English.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Senior Specialist to join client Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of all payment-related activities.

This role offers significant exposure to an international environment, working closely with the Group CFO, who is based abroad.

Responsibilities

• The person will be responsible of the following activities: Manage the full Accounts Payable cycle from invoice receipt to payment execution.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices in compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Perform vendor account reconciliations and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Manage payment runs and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor AP aging and ensure appropriate follow-up on outstanding items.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with VAT and local statutory requirements related to accounts payable activities.
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation to external auditors.
• Collaborate with treasury and accounting teams to optimize cash flow management.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support finance transformation projects.
• Participate in ERP implementation, optimization, and automation initiatives where required.
• Maintain and improve internal controls within the accounts payable process.

Your Profile

Applications will be considered only from candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable within structured or multinational organizations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices.
• Experience working in international environments and interfacing with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience supporting audits and month-end closing activities.
• Fluent English.

City: Settimo Milanese

Salary: CCNL Commercio 1, RAL 50.000€ - 55.000€ + 10% MBO

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