Head of Global Procure to Pay (P2P)

Informa Group Plc. • Newton, MA

17h • $130,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is based in our Newton, MA office. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Global Procure to Pay (P2) / Accounts Payable (AP) to lead and manage the global AP function following a recent business merger. This role will oversee end-to-end procure-to-pay process and vendor payables for our entities across the US, EMEA, and APAC regions. The Global Team Lead / Manager will lead a geographically dispersed team, ensuring the right skills and resources are in place, driving process improvements, and implementing new systems and ways of working to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Global Shared Services and Transformation and will play a key role in ensuring the smooth, efficient, compliant, and cost-effective P2P operations, resolving escalated queries, and supporting the organization’s transformation initiatives, whilst maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing a global accounts payable function, including leading geographically dispersed teams across US, UK and APAC.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of accounts payable processes, systems, and best practices.
• Experience with ERP systems (eg NetSuite, SAP, Oracle or similar) and AP automation tools.
• Familiarity with global payment processes, including multi-currency transactions and regional compliance requirements.
• Experience maintaining SOX compliance for P2P processes and internal controls.
• Experience ensuring tax compliance including 1099 reporting and VAT/GST requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and implement process improvements and drive operational efficiencies.
• Experience with system implementation and digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Proactive approach to resolving escalated issues and managing complex situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders across regions.
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Substantial experience in accounts payable, with at least 7 years in a global management role.
• Experience in a shared services environment is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards across US, EMEA, and APAC regions.
• Project management experience, particularly in system implementation or process transformation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the global accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor payables across US, EMEA, and APAC entities.
• Manage vendor invoice intake, approval workflows, validation, coding, and processing.
• Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments while optimizing cash flow.
• Monitor and manage payment terms, early payment discounts, and vendor payment schedules.
• Manage all aspects of employee expense reimbursement processes.
• Manage a team of AP professionals based in the US and overseas, ensuring the right skills, resources, and locations are aligned with business needs.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and suppliers.
• Manage vendor onboarding, setup, and master data maintenance.
• Negotiate payment terms and resolve vendor disputes.
• Oversee vendor communication regarding payment inquiries and issues, ensuring prompt and appropriate responses to queries.
• Maintain vendor compliance with company policies and contractual obligations.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier consolidation efforts.
• Resolve escalated vendor and payment queries in a timely and professional manner, ensuring high levels of customer and vendor satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements across all regions.
• Maintain SOX compliance for P2P processes and internal controls.
• Implement and monitor segregation of duties and approval hierarchies.
• Manage audit requirements and support internal/external audits.
• Ensure tax compliance including 1099 reporting and VAT/GST requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all transactions.
• Monitor and prevent duplicate payments and fraud risks.
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies within the AP function to streamline operations and reduce costs.
• Drive standardization of AP processes across regions, ensuring consistency and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Drive automation initiatives including e-invoicing, workflow automation, and touchless processing.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures and best practices.
• Implement key performance indicators and metrics to monitor P2P performance.
• Lead the implementation of new systems and tools to enhance AP processes, including automation and digital transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT and other stakeholders to ensure successful system integration and adoption.
• Champion digital transformation initiatives within the P2P function.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to the global AP team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Monitor team performance and ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Manage workload distribution and resource allocation.
• Provide training on P2P systems, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare and present regular reports on AP performance, including key metrics, trends, and improvement initiatives, to senior leadership.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Provide accrual reporting and analysis for outstanding liabilities.
• Monitor aging reports and resolve outstanding items.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities with spend data and analysis.
• Work closely with the Director of Global Shared Services and Transformation, as well as other departments such as teams that undertake procurement, finance, and IT, to align AP processes with broader business objectives.
• Serve as primary point of contact for P2P-related inquiries.

Benefits

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer with a philanthropic organization
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: Open Vacation, plus 10 national holidays, and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager