KERING AP Supervisor

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Supervise the full Accounts Payable cycle for Mexico, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to internal controls.
• Review and validate invoices, vendor documentation, payment proposals, and reconciliations to ensure alignment with local fiscal regulations and company policies.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop the AP team to foster strong performance, accountability, and collaboration.
• Monitor AP KPIs (processing times, accuracy, discrepancies, aging, etc.) and implement corrective or improvement action plans when needed.
• Ensure timely processing of all invoices with complete documentation, proper approvals, and compliance with brand‑specific workflows.
• Collaborate with Finance, Tax, Procurement, Treasury, Brands, and other internal partners to resolve issues, support operational needs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee vendor management activities, ensuring timely communication, issue resolution, and strong external partnerships.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing accurate and complete documentation while ensuring compliance with internal control frameworks.
• Identify and drive opportunities for automation and process simplification using ERPs, OCR tools, AP platforms, and digital workflows (e.g., Esker, Concur).
• Ensure adherence to all corporate policies and local tax requirements, including CFDI validation, withholding taxes, VAT, and fiscal documentation.
• Coordinate payment runs, cash‑flow planning, and related treasury activities.
• Oversee T&E management, including the administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the Concur platform.
• Support related accounting activities including month‑end closings, reconciliations, fiscal procedures, and documentation.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or General Accounting, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or team‑lead capacity.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican fiscal regulations: CFDI validation, VAT treatment, vendor tax requirements, and local compliance.
• Experience working with ERPs (SAP preferred), Compact, AP/OCR tools (Esker), and Concur for T&E administration.
• Strong leadership and team‑management skills, with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop talent.
• Highly detail‑oriented, analytical, and committed to accuracy and compliance.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively with cross‑functional and international teams.
• Customer‑focused, problem‑solving oriented, and proactive in identifying process improvements.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a continuous‑improvement mindset.
• Fluent in English 90% (oral and written).