About the Role ALK is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR) Team Manager to lead daily accounting operations for all European entities within the ALK Group. This is a leadership position for a finance professional who combines technical accounting expertise with a collaborative and service-oriented management style.
You will oversee a team of approximately six employees, responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor master data, and month-end closing activities. This is an excellent opportunity to make a measurable impact within an international, growth-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership:
Manage, coach, and develop the AP/AR team to ensure high performance and strong engagement
Lead work allocation and conduct performance appraisals
Foster a culture of learning through ongoing training and development
Operational Oversight:
Ensure timely and accurate handling of AP/AR transactions and vendor master data
Maintain full compliance with SLAs and internal controls
Develop, document, and implement best practices across AP/AR functions
Set and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs
Contribute to continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and process optimizations
Support system and process change projects across the AP/AR/VMD landscape
Collaboration and Communication:
Partner with key internal stakeholders including Corporate Finance, Finance Business Partners, and local accounting teams
Liaise with external stakeholders such as vendors, customers, auditors, and financial institutions
Participate in daily operations to maintain continuity and promote team alignment
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in accounting
Previous leadership experience managing a finance team
Strong working knowledge of SAP (AP, AR, VMD/CMD modules) and invoice processing tools like XFlow
Experience with CI (Continuous Improvement) initiatives is a plus
Skills and Competencies:
Strong team-building and analytical thinking skills
Confident decision-maker with excellent communication abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Solid understanding of accounting and VAT regulations
Fluent in English, both spoken and written
Displays cultural awareness, integrity, adaptability, and professionalism in leadership
Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to play a strategic role in a dynamic finance team within an international organization. At ALK, we offer a collaborative culture, room for professional growth, and the ability to make a tangible difference.
If you're a driven finance professional with a passion for leadership and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
