R2P AP and Payments Team Lead

R2P AP and Payments Team Lead

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Requisition to Pay Manager, EMEA

Location:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, Czechia, Prague, Prague

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The AP and Payments Team Lead is responsible for:

• Managing Accounts Payable and Payment operational processes including daily operations, driving process efficiency and automation. Ensuring payment processes meet all compliance requirements.
• Establishing, modifying and documenting implementation of payment control procedures.
• Ensuring a seamless experience for the business partners/ being an escalation point  
• Leading a team of 6 people, this includes all aspects of people management, especially developing, evaluating and motivating team members.
• Leading and supporting various projects in AP & Payment area, closely collaborate with peers from other functions within Procurement, Finance, local business, Global Treasury teams and other regions.  
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor the performance of the team and define improvements

• Actively manage communication within the team (meetings, 1:1, etc.)

• Actively manage communication within other teams, regions, business partners, Global Treasury teams

• Identify development trends and take corrective actions when necessary

• Receive, analyze, and resolve process inquiries and disputes, and be a point of escalation

• People management (6-8 people)

• Actively manage improvements, capacity and effectiveness within the team

• Drive improvements, user experience, effectiveness and efficiency

• Focus on increasing automation

• Provide support / feedback to R2P leadership

• Work closely with other regions to align on process standardization, technology and org design (including continuous improvement and compliance)

What We Are Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Required Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field

• Required Years of Related Experience: 5 years

• Knowledge of AP or payment processes

• Experience interacting with business partners

• People management

• Languages – Fluency in English; additional European language is a plus

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated effective remote working with business partners

• Excellent interpersonal and people leadership skills

• Proven ability to successfully drive and manage change

• Prior experience in a shared services environment is preferred

• Builds strong business relationships based on transparency and trust

• Demonstrated experience problem solving and dealing with ambiguity

• Professional Certification (i.e. C.P.M. or CPIM or CSCP) is preferred

• Six Sigma Black and/or Green Belt is preferred

What’s In It For You:

Employee Benefits:

• 5 weeks of vacation and 3 sick days

• Hybrid model of working / home office

• Pension Insurance

• Meal vouchers, Pluxee benefit cafeteria, Company products with discount

• Language courses contribution

• Referral award

• Public transportation allowance

• Bonus based on company policy

Office Facilities:

• Nice area with restaurants with metro station 300 m from office

• Modern office with coffee and fruits, focus rooms 

Health and Wellness Benefits:

• On-site gym and massages

• Global wellbeing reimbursement, long term illness contribution, Accident, Life, and disability insurance

• Multisport card

• Parental leave and early returning parents program
 

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.