AP Invoice Processing Team Lead

Sonepar México & Caribe; Philippines; Remote; PHP 3,287,000 - 4,383,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Savings Fund

Grocery vouchers

Major medical insurance

Life insurance

Christmas bonus (30 days)

Professional development

Career growth

Collaborative culture

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Sonepar is seeking an AP Invoice Processing Manager to lead a high-performing team in Mexico City. The role focuses on end-to-end AP operations, process optimization, and automation initiatives to improve accuracy and efficiency.

You will oversee invoice processing, coaching accountants, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure strong controls and timely payments in a dynamic, on-site finance environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years in Accounts Payable or Finance Operations with hands-on AP processing experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience (managing AP/Invoice Processing teams).
• Experience with high-volume AP operations and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Invoice Processing Analysts to drive performance and growth.
• Oversee end-to-end AP Invoice Processing for timely, accurate invoices.
• Manage receipt, coding, validation, workflow routing, posting, PO matching, and exception handling.
• Monitor queues, workloads, and performance to meet service levels.
• Serve as escalation point for complex issues; collaborate with stakeholders to resolve exceptions.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and audit requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and automation in AP processes.
• Support ERP implementations and system enhancements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

AP Processing

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Esker

Coupa

Xelix

Job description

AP Invoice Processing Manager | Lead AP Excellence. Drive Process Performance.

Mexico City, Mexico | On-site | Full-time | Global Company | Advanced English

Looking for more than your next job?

At Sonepar, we're building a high-performing Finance organization where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are part of our everyday work.

As an AP Invoice Processing Manager , you'll do much more than oversee invoice processing activities—you'll lead and develop a high-performing team, ensure efficient and accurate invoice operations, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement and automation across Accounts Payable.

If you're looking for a place where your leadership makes a difference, your ideas are valued, and your career can continue growing, we'd love to meet you.

Why Sonepar?

Sonepar is the world's leading distributor of electrical products, solutions, and related services, operating in 40 countries with more than 46,000 associates worldwide.

Joining Sonepar means becoming part of a company that invests in its people, embraces innovation, and believes continuous improvement starts with empowered teams.

Here, you'll have the opportunity to learn, collaborate, and make an impact while building a long-term career.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Invoice Processing Analysts , driving performance, accountability, and professional growth.
• Oversee end-to-end AP Invoice Processing , ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
• Manage invoice receipt, coding, validation, workflow routing, posting, PO matching, exception handling, and discrepancy resolution .
• Monitor invoice queues, workloads, and performance to ensure service levels and operational objectives are achieved.
• Serve as a key escalation point for complex invoice processing issues and collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve exceptions.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, audit requirements, and standardized AP processes.
• Drive continuous improvement, process standardization, and automation initiatives , including invoice workflow and automated processing solutions.
• Support ERP implementations, system enhancements, and initiatives designed to increase efficiency and service quality.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys leading teams, managing complex Accounts Payable operations, and improving processes through collaboration, technology, and continuous improvement.

You'll be a great fit if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration , or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or Finance Operations , with strong hands-on expertise in AP Invoice Processing .
• 3+ years of leadership experience. M anaging or coordinating Invoice Processing or Accounts Payable teams.
• Experience managing high-volume AP operations .
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, invoice processing, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Experience supporting complex, high-volume Accounts Payable operations
• Experience with ERP systems, AP automation platforms, and workflow solutions. Experience with Esker, Coupa, Xelix, or similar technologies is a plus.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, PivotTables, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while driving continuous improvement.
• Advanced English (C1) required.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Savings Fund.
• Grocery Vouchers.
• Major Medical Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 30 Days Christmas Bonus.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Career growth within a global organization.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Monday–Friday schedule.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Sonepar, we believe great careers are built through meaningful work, continuous learning, and the opportunity to grow.

You'll lead a talented team, help shape efficient and innovative Accounts Payable operations, and contribute to initiatives that improve the way we work.

We're not just hiring someone to fill a position—we're looking for someone who wants to lead, improve, and build a career with us.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Sonepar, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome diverse perspectives and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for a company where you can grow professionally, lead meaningful initiatives, and be part of a global organization, this is your opportunity.